18 people injured in train crash as rescue helicopters rush to Cornwall holiday park

Police have confirmed that none of the victims' injuries are critical or life-threatening as 11 people were discharged at the scene.

The train's trailer tipped over onto its side causing debris to be scattered across the road, which was shown in photos taken of the crash.

A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said last night: "Police are currently at the scene of a multi-agency incident at a holiday park in St Martin, near Looe.

"We were called just before 7pm tonight following an incident involving a land train.

"Ambulance, Coastguard and fire are also in attendance. The incident remains ongoing at this time."

A spokesperson from HM Coastguard said: "At around 7pm this evening (Wednesday 30 October), HM Coastguard was called to assist with a road incident involving multiple casualties in Looe, Cornwall.

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"The incident remains ongoing. An HM Coastguard Rescue Helicopter from Newquay was sent to the scene, alongside Tamar and Looe Coastguard Rescue Teams.

"South Western Ambulance Service, Devon and Cornwall Police and Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service are also in attendance."

The train company's webpage for online bookings for their Halloween train activities cannot be accessed anymore as managers focus on the horrific event.

Looe Land Train said: "At this time, the cause of the accident is unknown.

"No other vehicles were involved.

"We will be fully co-operating with any investigation by the authorities.

"As a family business we are devastated by tonight’s accident and our thoughts are with all of those injured or impacted."

The business understood that 10 people were currently being treated at nearby hospitals.