POLICE have confirmed that a person has died after an incident on the Newcastle-Carlisle railway line.
British Transport Police said officers were called to the line between Newcastle and Prudhoe at 9.46am today (April 20) following reports of a casualty on the tracks.
Paramedics also attended, but the person was pronounced dead at the scene.
A British Transport Police spokesperson said: "The incident is not being treated as suspicious, and a file will be prepared for the coroner."
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There have been delays and cancellations to Northern services on the Newcastle–Carlisle line throughout the day, affecting trains serving Carlisle, Wetheral, Brampton (Cumbria), Haltwhistle, Bardon Mill, Haydon Bridge, Hexham, Prudhoe, Metrocentre, Newcastle, Sunderland, Hartlepool, Stockton, Thornaby and Middlesbrough.
Passengers are being advised to check Northern's website before travelling for the latest disruption and journey information.
Anyone who is struggling with their mental health is urged to contact Samaritans on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org for support.
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