Emergency services are
currently at an incident involving a Freight Train hitting a
pedestrian.
The incident occurred at approximately 6.40am
this morning at the Papatoetoe Railway Station in Shirley
road, Papatoetoe.
The deceased is believed to be a male
aged 59 years.
Whilst yet to be confirmed Police believe
they know his identity.
It has been reported the male was
walking along the train tracks in a northerly direction
towards the Papatoetoe Railway station when he was struck by
the North Freight Train.
The Northern Communications Shift
Commander Inspector Tony Wakelin said this has been a
traumatic experience for the Train driver and Victim Support
has been arranged for the driver.
" There will be
considerable delays to morning commuters as it will take
some time to clear the scene" he
said.
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