Rail Accident Investigation Branch to investigate death of man struck by tram

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has launched an investigation into the death of Carlos Correa Palacio, 53, who was fatally injured after being struck by a tram travelling towards Edinburgh Airport at the footpath crossing between Stenhouse Drive and Saughton Mains Street on 11 September.

A spokesman said: “Our investigation will seek to identify the sequence of events which led to the accident and consider any relevant operation or underlying management factors.

“Our investigation is independent of any investigation by Edinburgh Tram, the Office of Rail and Road, Police Scotland, or the procurator fiscal.”

The RAIB will publish its findings, including any safety recommendations, at the conclusion of the investigation.