Network Rail worker dies after being injured at rail depot in Eastleigh

A Network Rail worker has died after being injured while using machinery at a rail depot in Eastleigh.

Police and paramedics were called to Eastleigh Railway Depot at 2.50pm on Monday.

The 53-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.

A man in his 40s, arrested in connection with the incident, has been released while investigations continue.

Police and health and safety officials have launched an investigation.

Detective Chief Inspector Paul Langley said: "This is a tragic incident and our deepest condolences are with the man's family who are being supported by specially trained officers.

"A full and thorough investigation into the incident is now underway, alongside the Health and Safety Executive, to establish exactly what happened to lead to this railway worker's sad death.

"I would like to appeal to anyone who thinks they may have useful information to get in touch with us by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 229 of 30 November."

Andrew Haines, Network Rail chief executive, said: "With great sadness I can confirm a Network Rail colleague lost their life at our Eastleigh Long Welded Rail Depot yesterday afternoon.

"We're working with the British Transport Police to understand what happened, and the Health and Safety Executive has been informed.

"As soon as we can say more we will do so, but our thoughts are with the family and friends of our colleague at this difficult time."