Tributes paid after man found dead near Southport railway station

ECHO readers have issued tributes following the "heart-breaking" news of a man found dead near Southport railway station. Police were called to reports of a casualty on the tracks this morning, and the man pronounced dead at the scene.

Services between Southport and Wigan Wallgate were cancelled as emergency services dealt with the incident, and Sussex Road was also closed between Tithebarn Road and St Luke's Road.

A British Transport Police spokesman said: "Officers were called to the area near Southport railway station just before 9am today (23 November) following reports of a casualty on the tracks. Paramedics also attended, and sadly a man was pronounced dead at the scene. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances leading up to their death."

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Responding to the tragic news, Susan Ford said: "So very sad, deepest condolences to his family and friends. Fly high with the angels." Azariah Begum posted: "So heartbreaking."

Lisa Clough said: "RIP condolences to the family." Meanwhile Sharon Lou posted: "So very sad, common occurrence it seems lately." Merseyrail services between Southport and Liverpool Central continued to run as usual following the incident.

A spokesperson for Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service said: "Fire crews were called to Southport Railway Club on Sussex Road this morning to assist Merseyside Police. Two fire engines arrived on scene at 9.57am and on arrival it was deemed that no fire service action was required. The crews left the scene at 10.07am."