Person dies following "industrial incident" at Babbacombe Cliff Railway
Oddicombe Beach remains closed as a result, including road access leading down to it
Police have confirmed that a person has died following an "industrial incident" at a cliff railway in Devon.
Officers were called by the ambulance service to Babbacombe Cliff Railway in Torquay at around 10.10am yesterday morning (Sunday 4 September).
One person sustained serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Next of kin have been informed.
Emergency services remain at the scene. A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said:
"The matter has been referred to the Health and Safety Executive, which is assisting Devon and Cornwall Police with its enquiries.
"In light of this, Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, and road access leading down to it will remain closed on Monday 5 September.
"This will also include the following areas: the South West Coast Path (SWCP) leading from Babbacombe Beach through to Oddicombe Beach and the SWCP leading from St Marychurch in Torquay down to Oddicombe Beach.
"We would like to thank the public for their co-operation and understanding in this matter."
Babbacombe Cliff Railway operates two cars, which carry passengers on a funicular railway between Oddicombe Beach and the Babbacombe Downs.
On their website, they confirmed that the attraction is closed: "Due to unforeseen circumstances the Cliff Railway is currently closed. Please check here or on our Facebook Page for status updates.
"We apologise for any inconvenience caused."