One Dead After High‑Speed Train Collides with Van

A high‑speed passenger train struck a van at a level crossing near Teynham in Kent, killing the van’s driver, believed to be an Amazon delivery worker, and causing significant disruption to rail services.

British Transport Police are investigating the collision, while Southeastern Railway has arranged replacement buses and anticipates resuming full service tomorrow.

Emergency crews attended the scene, and the cause of the crash remains under review.