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10/02/2015
Horses Killed By Trains In Durham
An investigation has been launched after two trains in Durham struck and killed five horses that had gotten onto railway lines.
It is understood that two passenger trains travelling in opposite directions between Darlington and Middlesbrough struck the horses this morning at about 07:00.
No staff or passengers were injured in the incident.
Northern Rail said that delays are expected as the lines are expected to be closed for some time.
British Transport Police are investigating how the horses came to be on the tracks.
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It is understood that two passenger trains travelling in opposite directions between Darlington and Middlesbrough struck the horses this morning at about 07:00.
No staff or passengers were injured in the incident.
Northern Rail said that delays are expected as the lines are expected to be closed for some time.
British Transport Police are investigating how the horses came to be on the tracks.
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