A PERSON has died after being struck by a train in Wadborough near Pershore.

They were pronounced dead at the scene near the level crossing at Station Road, Wadborough, just before noon today (Monday, February 19).

Services on the line linking Birmingham to Cheltenham and beyond are currently being disrupted.

British Transport Police confirmed the death and said it was not being treated as suspicious.

They added that officers were working to identify the person and contact their next of kin. 

The incident is close to Abbotswood Junction, Norton, where 17-year-old Felix Alexander committed suicide in April 2016.

West Midlands Ambulance Service sent two ambulance and a paramedic officer to the scene. 

An air ambulance from Strensham was also in attendance. 

More to follow.