An Elizabeth line worker has died days after being attacked at a station in east London.
Emergency services were called to Ilford station shortly before 9pm on Wednesday following report a member of staff had been seriously assaulted.
The 61-year-old man was taken to hospital with serious head injuries but later died.
The RMT union said the victim was one of its members and worked as a customer experience assistant for MTREL, which runs the Elizabeth Line.
General secretary Mick Lynch said: ‘We are deeply saddened by the passing of our member, who died following an attack while at work.
‘The whole union sends its condolences to their family, friends and colleagues at this awful time and everyone’s thoughts at RMT are with them.’
Forensics officers could be seen combing the platform for clues (Picture: UKNIP)
The station has since re-opened(Picture: UKNIP)
Ayodele Jamgbadi, of Ilford, appeared at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court on Friday.
He is charged with grievous bodily harm, affray and possession of a prohibited offensive weapon in a private place and was remanded to appear at Inner London Crown Court on January 7.
British Transport Police said detectives would apply to amend the indictment to reflect the death of the victim.
Photos taken shortly after the incident show the platform cordoned off as forensics dressed in white suits combed the area for evidence.
Superintendent Nick Sedgemore said: ‘There is absolutely no place for violence on the railway network.
‘We are working at pace on this investigation and supporting the family of the victim.’
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