Appeal for information after man dies on railway – West Sussex

Detectives investigating the death of a man on the railway near Balcombe are appealing for anyone who spoke to him in the days prior to his death to come forward.  

Officers were called to the tracks near Balcombe at around 4.15am on Tuesday 5 May following reports of a casualty on the tracks.

Paramedics also attended, however sadly Paul Mason, 63, and from Bodmin in Cornwall, was pronounced dead at the scene. Enquiries into the circumstances leading up to his death are ongoing.

Detectives are appealing for witnesses to come forward who may have seen Paul in or around Balcombe, Haywards Heath, and Ansty between Saturday 2 May and Tuesday 5 May.

BTP Detective Sergeant Aidan McNulty said: “Did you see Paul at the start of May? If so, was he doing anything out of the ordinary? Was he with anyone, or talking to anyone in passing?

“If you saw Paul or have any information no matter how small it may seem, we urge you to get in touch with us to assist our ongoing enquiries. Doing so may provide invaluable answers to our investigation and closure for Paul’s family.”

Anyone who saw Paul or may have information is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 50 of 5 May.

Information can also be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.