NewsUK NewsTrain crashesShaun Burton, 60, was the driver of the train between Corby and London when it crashed with another train that was travelling between Nottingham and the capital - this is a breaking story17:30, 21 Jun 2026Updated 17:50, 21 Jun 2026The train driver who died in the collision between two East Midlands Railway trains which saw 100 people injured on Friday, June 19, has been named.‌Shaun Burton, 60, was the driver of the Corby train when it collided into the back of a train travelling between Nottingham and London.‌His family have paid tribute to him saying: "We are devastated by his loss. Our thoughts are also with those affected by this incident."‌Mr Burton's family have also released a picture of him and have asked for their privacy to be respected as they mourn their loss.A statement from British Transport Police (BTP) reads: "Our thoughts continue to be with [Mr Burton's family] and his colleagues at East Midlands Railway."The crash took place on Friday afternoon (June 19) when the 4.40pm EMR service from Corby to London St Pancras crashed into the rear of the 3.50pm service from Nottingham to London St Pancras.‌The collision took place near Bedford and saw 100 people injured, out of which 11 suffered very serious injuries, 32 were seriously injured and 57 suffered minor injuries.The Midland Mainline, where the crash happened, will be closed until June 28 as a "complex recovery operation" takes place, Network Rail said."While investigations are still at an early stage, current indications are that this was a tragic, isolated incident," said Ellie Burrows, Network Rail Eastern regional managing director.‌She added: "We are focused on the safe reopening of the railway and getting services running as quickly as possible."During this time, our message to passengers is clear - please expect disruption to services through this area for the majority of next week and only travel if absolutely necessary."An investigation into the circumstances of the incident is also carried out by the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB), with the body saying an update will be issued "in the coming days".Article continues belowThis is a Breaking News story. You’ll be more likely to see our stories when any big news breaks in future by simply by clicking this link. You can also join The Mirror’s WhatsApp Community or follow us on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Threads - or visit The Mirror homepage.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌Train crashes