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Train carrying 135 passengers crashes at level crossing

A train has hit a tractor on a level crossing in Norfolk. 135 passengers were on board at the time.

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Train carrying 135 passengers hits tractor at level crossing.

Police are currently at the scene of a collision involving a train and tractor at a level crossing in Roudham in Norfolk

Emergency services were called to the scene at Hall Road at approximately 12.30pm. Police, fire and ambulance are in attendance.

The train had 135 passengers on board at the time of the incident. It did not derail but around 10 passengers are reported to have minor injuries, including cuts, bruising and suffering shock.

The tractor driver has suffered serious injuries. The driver of the train was also injured but is not said to be in a life-threatening condition.

Of those treated at the scene three have been taken to West Suffolk hospital and seven to Norfolk and Norwich hospital.

Emergency services remain on scene along with British Transport Police.

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