Driver dies and 33 people seriously injured in Bedford train crash
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer described the crash as “hugely concerning” and said he is “grateful to the emergency services for their swift response to this…
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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer described the crash as “hugely concerning” and said he is “grateful to the emergency services for their swift response to this tragic incident”. More than 20 ambulances, six air ambulances and specialist hazardous area response teams attended the scene in southeast England. Eddie Dempsey, the general secretary of the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers confirmed in a statement: 'We are devastated to learn that a train driver and former RMT rep has tragically died as a result of today's crash between Luton and Bedford.
Furthermore, Published on 20/06/2026 - 7:32 GMT+2 A train driver has died after two train services collided in the Bedford area of the UK on Friday, in what has been declared a major incident. Will Rogers, the managing director of EMR, said: “We are currently on the scene and working closely with Network Rail and the emergency services to support those involved and assist with the ongoing response". Nicole Wootton-Cane 19 June 2026 21:58 Mid Bedfordshire MP says 'thoughts and deepest condolences' with family and friends of person who died Blake Stephenson MP has said his “thoughts and deepest condolences” are with the family and friends of the person who died in the train crash.
In addition, A number of ambulances and Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue vehicles drove up near Ampthill Road which has been closed off by officers at the junction with the A5141 and A5134. East Midlands Railway began rolling out class 810s in December last year, while class 360s are at least 20 years old.
One point remains disputed: Divergent figures — Nicole Wootton-Cane 19 June 2026 23:30 Everything we know as one dead after two trains… ; At least 33 people are reportedly seriously injured following the crash..
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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer described the crash as “hugely concerning” and said he is “grateful to the emergency services for their swift response to this tragic incident”.
reliability moderate3/3 sourcesMore than 20 ambulances, six air ambulances and specialist hazardous area response teams attended the scene in southeast England.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesEddie Dempsey, the general secretary of the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers confirmed in a statement: 'We are devastated to learn that a train driver and former RMT rep has tragically died as a result of today's crash between Luton and Bedford.
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Published on 20/06/2026 - 7:32 GMT+2 A train driver has died after two train services collided in the Bedford area of the UK on Friday, in what has been declared a major incident.
according to EuronewsWill Rogers, the managing director of EMR, said: “We are currently on the scene and working closely with Network Rail and the emergency services to support those involved and assist with the ongoing response".
according to EuronewsNicole Wootton-Cane 19 June 2026 21:58 Mid Bedfordshire MP says 'thoughts and deepest condolences' with family and friends of person who died Blake Stephenson MP has said his “thoughts and deepest condolences” are with the family and friends of the person who died in the train crash.
according to The Independent - UK NewsA number of ambulances and Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue vehicles drove up near Ampthill Road which has been closed off by officers at the junction with the A5141 and A5134.
according to The Independent - UK NewsEast Midlands Railway began rolling out class 810s in December last year, while class 360s are at least 20 years old.
according to Daily MailThe crash, which happened at about 17:15 BST on Friday, has left almost 90 people hurt.
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- Nicole Wootton-Cane 19 June 2026 23:30 Everything we know as one dead after two trains…Daily Mail, The Independent - UK News
- At least 33 people are reportedly seriously injured following the crash.BBC News - Top Stories, BBC News - UK, Euronews, The Independent - UK News
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- Nicole Wootton-Cane 19 June 2026 23:30 Everything we know as one dead after two trains…Euronews
- 'I am grateful to the emergency services for their swift response to this tragic…Daily Mail
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More than 20 ambulances, six air ambulances and specialist hazardous area response teams attended the scene in southeast England.
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