Death toll rises to seven after rush-hour tram derails in London

At least seven people are now confirmed as having died as a result of the tram derailment in Croydon, south London, British Transport Police said.

More than 50 people were injured, some seriously, when the crowded rush-hour tram tipped on to its side next to an underpass near the Sandilands stop in Croydon, south London.

British Transport Police said: “At present, we can confirm five people have sadly died following this incident.”

The driver of the derailed tram has been arrested.