Tributes to Littlehampton man Adam Blackwood

In A statement issued by British Transport Police, Adam's parents David and Karen said: "The death of our son Adam has completely and utterly devastated our family, friends and relatives.

"Adam was a loving and kind person who was always willing to help anyone in need.

"His absence has made our lives empty. We would like to stress that this was the first time Adam had been to this crossing.

"We are aware of reports by local residents that this crossing is a regular spot for young people to mess about on the railway. Adam was not one of them.

"He came to this crossing for the first time in his life. He paid very dearly for a few moments of high spirits.

"All we can hope from the publicity caused by Adam's death is that other young people may be deterred from going onto the railway lines.

"Our thoughts are also with the driver of the train and the emergency services.

"We now hope that we can move on with our lives, treasure his memory and grieve in private."

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