Investigation Underway Following Overspeeding Incident
An investigation has been initiated after a train reportedly exceeded the permitted speed by 40mph in Nottinghamshire, causing passengers to be "thrown" from their seats.
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) stated that on 4 May, the 12:09 Leeds to Nottingham service, operated by Northern, was involved in an "overspeeding" event at Trowell North and South Junctions at approximately 13:47 BST.
The excessive speed caused the train to lurch sideways, resulting in some passengers being "thrown from their seats" and others falling to the floor, which led to a number of minor injuries.
A spokesperson for Northern expressed regret, stating:
"We are sorry for any distress caused to customers who were onboard at the time."
According to the RAIB, the train reached speeds of 70mph (112km/h) on a section of track where the permitted speed is 30mph (48km/h).
The RAIB confirmed that the train did not derail during the incident.
They added that they will work to identify the sequence of events that led to the overspeeding and will publish their findings upon completion of the investigation.
'Robust Procedures' in Place
A Northern spokesperson said:
"We are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident and are working closely with the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) on the investigation.
Safety is our top priority, and we have robust procedures in place to ensure the wellbeing of our customers and colleagues at all times."
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