Tragic Train Crash at Hoghton Level Crossing | Sheffield News

A tragic train crash at a level crossing in Hoghton, Lancashire, claimed the life of 33-year-old social worker Kerry Coombes, while her eight-year-old daughter was critically injured. The automated barriers failed to activate, and no warning alarm sounded as the Northern train struck her car. Investigators from the Rail Accident Investigation Branch are now probing the incident, examining safety protocols and prior incidents. A petition with over 900 signatures demands closure of the crossing, while Kerry’s community mourns a devoted mother and colleague whose compassion touched countless lives. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f9dc92da4c65e145