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Man dies after 'stumbling' into train at Sydney station

A 37-year-old man has died at a Sydney station after he reportedly stumbled and got caught between a train and the platform, police say.

Police say the man appeared to have stumbled into the way of the train.
Police say the man appeared to have stumbled into the way of the train. Source: Seven Network

A man has died after he got caught between a train and the platform at a Sydney station.

Witnesses have told police the 37-year-old man appeared to stumble as the train was stopping at Sydenham station, in Sydney's inner west, late on Friday night.

He died at the scene.

Emergency services at Sydenham station, following the death.
Emergency services at Sydenham station, following the death. Source: Seven Network

Police will investigate the circumstances of his death and prepare a report for the coroner.

Anyone who witnessed the incident should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Police are still investigating the accident.
Police are still investigating the accident. Source: Seven Network

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