David Tudor Evans dies in fatal train crash in Powys
David Tudor Evans dies in fatal train crash in Powys
Fatal Powys train crash death of David Tudor Evans – Obituary
David Tudor Evans, a 66-year-old resident of Capel Dewi in Aberystwyth, tragically lost his life in a train collision on October 21, while traveling from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth. The incident occurred when his train struck a stationary one near Llanbrynmair, Powys.
The ongoing inquest revealed that Tudor was identified at the scene by his wife, Rachel Evans. He was returning from a holiday in Italy when the crash took place, involving the 18:31 westbound service and a 19:09 train that was halted on the tracks.
Although investigators are examining the crash’s circumstances, they have yet to determine the exact cause of death. Initial reports from Network Rail indicated that low adhesion on the tracks may have played a role in the collision, which occurred at approximately 15 mph (24 km/h).
Four additional passengers sustained serious injuries, with another eleven requiring hospital treatment. The Rail Accident Investigations Branch (RAIB) and British Transport Police continue their investigations into the incident.
The inquest has been temporarily adjourned as the post-mortem examination is still underway. Assistant coroner Louisa Corcoran indicated that no medical cause of death has been officially recorded yet, and a pre-inquest date will be set once more information is available.
The Cambrian Line was closed for a week following the crash as Network Rail conducted safety reviews, and services resumed on October 28. Evans’ family expressed gratitude for the community’s support during this difficult time, requesting privacy as they mourn.
David Tudor Evans dies in fatal train crash in Powys Fatal Powys train crash death of David Tudor Evans – Obituary David Tudor Evans, a 66-year-old resident of Capel Dewi in Aberystwyth, tragically lost his life in a train collision on October 21, while traveling from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth. The incident occurred when his train…
David Tudor Evans dies in fatal train crash in Powys Fatal Powys train crash death of David Tudor Evans – Obituary David Tudor Evans, a 66-year-old resident of Capel Dewi in Aberystwyth, tragically lost his life in a train collision on October 21, while traveling from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth. The incident occurred when his train…