Train Deaths Of Woman And Child 'Suspicious'

Thriller on the train

A woman and a child have died after being hit by a train in "suspicious" circumstances in Slough, Berkshire.

British Transport Police were called to the scene at 9.45am on Tuesday morning.

First Great Western, the train operator on the route, has confirmed that Slough station has been closed, with "no public access until further notice".

Officers are currently trying to identify the pair, who were pronounced dead at the scene by the South Central Ambulance Service.

At least 15 services, many of them beginning at London Paddington station, have been cancelled so far, while other journeys have been subject to severe delays.

Passengers are advised to check before they travel. 

INC News, 23/09/2014