Tragic news from Flintshire as we learn about the heartbreaking loss of 17-year-old apprentice bricklayer, Thomas Kailin Anthony Milne. Thomas was found dead at Shotton train station on what began as a regular Wednesday. An inquest in Ruthin revealed that the young man was seen by a train driver on the tracks, just 30 yards from the platform. Despite the driver’s quick reactions, tragedy was unavoidable.
John Gittins, senior coroner for North Wales East and Central, shared that the initial alert came from the British Transport Police. A post-mortem conducted by Dr Mark Atkinson cited multiple injuries as the preliminary cause of death. With the British Transport Police still investigating, the inquest is on hold for now.
Our hearts go out to Thomas’s family and friends during this unimaginably tough time. The community feels this loss deeply, and it’s a sobering reminder of the fragility of life.
Let’s all take a moment to acknowledge this young life gone too soon. 💔 Feel free to share your thoughts and condolences below.