NewsUK NewsBedford train crashThe crash took place near Elstow, Bedfordshire, between two East Midlands Railway trains going to London St Pancras from Nottingham and Corby, respectively10:09, 14 Jul 2026Updated 10:36, 14 Jul 2026The cause of death for the train driver killed in the rail crash near Bedford has been revealed.‌Shaun Burton, 60, died from "traumatic injuries to the brainstem and chest, pending further investigation" following the crash on June 19, a report from HM Coroner's Office states. The inquest was opened at Bedfordshire Coroner's Court this morning by coroner Emma Whitting.‌The short hearing was adjourned pending further inquiries by the Rail Accident Investigation Branch and British Transport Police. A total of 162 people were injured, out of which 102 required hospital treatment.‌The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) said on June 24 that preliminary findings show the train Mr Burton was driving passed a red signal shortly before the crash. The driver, from Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire, was at the helm of an East Midlands Railway (EMR) train travelling between Corby and London St Pancras at the time of the collision with a train from the same operator originating from Nottingham.The Corby train was travelling at 49mph when it hit the back of the stationary Nottingham to London St Pancras service.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.‌Breaking NewsTrain crashesBedford train crash