Former footballer, Chris Mitchell killed by train 4 months after retirement.

   Scottish footballer, Chris Mitchell, is dead. He died at the age of 27 after he was hit by a moving train at Cornton, Stirling, Scotland on Saturday.

The ex-footballer who has featured for Clyde, Falkirk and Queen of the South football clubs, died on the spot after he was hit by the train.

   His former club, Clyde have confirmed that a minute’s silence will be held tomorrow before Clyde’s match against Queen’s Park at Broadwood in honour of the footballer.

A statement released by Clyde FC this afternoon said, “Everyone connected with Clyde FC was shocked and saddened to learn of the death of Chris Mitchell, at the age of just 27, this weekend.

“Chris featured for The Bully Wee during the first half of the 2015-16 season, after joining the club from Queen of the South last summer.

“He made a significant contribution to the campaign, featuring in 18 matches and recording six assists.

“In January, it was announced that Chris was leaving the club, due to the travel commitments required of a new full-time job.

“The thoughts of everyone connected with Clyde FC are with Chris’ family and friends at this extremely difficult time.”