Elizabeth line worker died after being hit in the face with 'significant force' by angry passenger, court told

Jorge Ortega, an Elizabeth line worker who died after an attack at Ilford station, east London (BTP/PA) PA Media Matt Watts , News Editor 2 minutes ago News Briefings

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An Elizabeth Line railway worker died after being hit by a passenger in the face with a single punch, a court heard.

Transport for London (TfL) worker Jorge Ortega, 61, hit his head on the concrete platform at Ilford station, east London, and died of a severe traumatic brain injury two days later.

Ayodele Jamgbadi, has gone on trial at Inner London Crown Court accused of murder after the attack with “significant force” in December 2024.