A person has died after being hit by a train in Inverness.
Police were made aware of a casualty on the tracks in the area just before 10am on Wednesday.
The rail line was closed between Inverness and Aviemore while emergency services responded to the incident.
ScotRail shared an update with customers online, stating: “Unfortunately, we have had reports of a person being struck by a train between Inverness and Aviemore.
“We are working closely with emergency services during this time and will keep you updated.”
British Transport Police confirmed the death is not being treated as suspicious.
A spokesperson said: “Officers were called to the line near Inverness at around 9.54am today following reports of a casualty on the tracks.
“Paramedics also attended, however sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene.
“The incident is not being treated as suspicious and a report will be prepared for the procurator fiscal.”
Train services disrupted between Aviemore and Inverness
Police temporarily closed the B9006 road at Culloden Moor due to the ongoing incident.
All train services between Edinburgh or Glasgow and Inverness were also disrupted, delayed or cancelled.
Customers were advised they could travel via Aberdeen, which would add “significant” time journeys, while bus replacement journeys were scheduled.
The rail line was closed between Aviemore and Inverness for several hours before reopening at about 2pm.
Network Rail Scotland assisted the emergency services at the scene of the incident.
They added: “We’re assisting the emergency services who are dealing with an incident between Inverness and Aviemore.
The line is currently closed, and we’ll share more information soon. Thanks for your patience.”
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