Person hit by train between Bristol Temple Meads and Bath Spa - 14 February 2012

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[Chris from Nailsea]

From FGW^▸ (First Great Western) JourneyCheck:

Line problem: between Bristol Temple Meads and Bath Spa
Owing to a person hit by a train between Bristol Temple Meads and Bath Spa train services through these stations may be subject to disruption on all routes at short notice. An estimate for the resumption of normal services will be provided as soon as the problem has been fully assessed.

Additional Information:
Both lines are blocked between Bristol Temple Meads and Bath Spa while emergency services attend.
Train services in the area will be subject to short notice alteration, cancellation and delays of up to 60 minutes.
Limited road transport is operating in order to convey customers between Swindon - Chippenham - Bath Spa - Bristol Temple Meads in both directions.
Message Received: 14/02/2012 19:56

[Chris from Nailsea]

An update, from JourneyCheck:

Owing to a person hit by a train between Bristol Temple Meads and Bath Spa train services through these stations may be subject to disruption on all routes at short notice. Disruption is expected until 21:30 14/02

Message Received: 14/02/2012 20:02

[Chris from Nailsea]

A further update from JourneyCheck:

Both lines have now reopened between Bristol Temple Meads and Bath Spa.
Train services in the area will still be subject to short notice alteration, cancellation and delays of up to 30 minutes owing to disruption to train services and dislocation of train crew and trains.

Limited road transport is still operating in order to convey customers between Swindon - Chippenham - Bath Spa - Bristol Temple Meads in both directions although this will be withdrawn once train services have fully resumed.

Message Received: 14/02/2012 20:18

[Chris from Nailsea]

From the Post:

Rail-line suicide followed break-up

A heartbroken lover took his own life on Valentine's Day after breaking up with his girlfriend, an inquest has found.

James Andrews, 24, was killed after lying down in front of a train on the Bristol to Bath railway line near St Anne's Park on February 14.

British Transport Police officer John Wilson said that the train which hit Mr Andrews had been travelling at around 50 to 55mph. He said: "The driver first saw him about 15 yards away and, despite his best efforts, the weight and speed of the train meant it was too late."

Assistant Coroner Terrence Moore recorded a verdict of suicide.

Most people who are thinking of taking their own life have given warning signs beforehand. These can include becoming depressed or withdrawn, showing sudden changes in behaviour or mood, talking about wanting to die and feelings of hopelessness.

These feelings do improve and can be treated. If you are concerned about someone, or need help yourself, please contact the Samaritans on 08457 909090 day or night.