Emergency services were called to a crash between a car and train today (Tuesday, March 3)

A person has died after a crash involving a car and train. British Transport Police were called to the crash at around 10am today (Tuesday, March 3) at Dimmocks Cote level crossing in Ely.

Officers and paramedics attended, but sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene. Another person is being treated for minor injuries.

A BTP spokesperson said: “BTP were called at around 10.15am this morning to reports of a collision involving a train and a car at Dimmocks Cote level crossing in Ely. Officers responded alongside paramedics and sadly a person has been pronounced dead at the scene.

“Enquiries are ongoing to identify the person and inform their next of kin. Another person is receiving treatment for minor injuries.

“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of what happened, any witnesses who haven’t already spoken to police are asked to text BTP on 61016 quoting the reference 198 of March 3.”

As a result, rail passengers face a “major disruption” through Cambridgeshire.

There are currently no trains running between Cambridge and Ely, and disruption is expected until at least 4pm. The A1123 Newmarket Road is also closed in both directions whilst the incident is dealt with.

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