Train hits car at Doncaster level crossing
Fortunately, the vehicle’s occupants escaped injury, but the incident at Rossington level crossing has led to significant rail disruption between Doncaster and Grantham.
In a statement, the organisation said:
“Officers were called to Rossington Level Crossing in Doncaster at 8.07pm this evening following reports that a train had hit a car.
“Thankfully, the vehicle was only clipped by the train and nobody is believed to have sustained any injuries.
“Officers and paramedics remain at the scene. Enquiries into the circumstances of the incident are ongoing.”
On its website, LNER said:
“Major disruption between Doncaster and Grantham until the end of the day.
“The emergency services are dealing with an incident between Doncaster and Retford.
“Whilst they attend the incident, all lines will be closed.
“A limited number of LNER trains will be able to divert via Gainsborough. These trains will not be able to call at Retford.
“Major disruption is expected to trains until the end of service.”
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