Trains are disrupted and a road is closed after this morning’s (Tuesday, March 3) crash

A train operator has confirmed one of their trains was involved in a crash which left one person dead. Emergency services were called to a crash between a car and a train at the Dimmocks Cote level crossing in Ely just after 10am today (Tuesday, March 3).

Sadly, a person was pronounced dead at the scene, and another person suffered minor injuries.

Cross Country confirmed it was one of its trains involved in the crash. A Cross Country spokesperson said: “We are aware of an incident this morning involving one of our trains at a level crossing near Ely, where one person has sadly died at the scene.

“Our priority is the safety of colleagues and passengers, and we are working with emergency services and Network Rail to manage the situation safely and support those onboard. Train services between Cambridge and Ely are expected to be severely disrupted. Please check your journey with National Rail Enquiries before travelling.”

No trains between Cambridge and Ely are expected to run until at least 9pm as a result of the crash. The A1123 Newmarket Road also remains closed in both directions.

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