Michael Platt , 18 , was sixth form pupil at Ifield Community College . He was told his grades were not good enough to progress to second year . He 'd left the school just ten minutes before he was struck by a train . The inquest heard that Mr Platt, who had been in and out of hospital since being hit on December 5, died from multiple injuries including head injuries, broken ribs, internal bleeding and brain damage caused by blunt force Coroner recorded open verdict as was n't certain he meant to kill himself .
Michael Platt , 18 , was sixth form pupil at Ifield Community College . He was told his grades were not good enough to progress to second year . He 'd left the school just ten minutes before he was struck by a train . Inquest heard that he jumped over the level crossing where he was struck . Coroner recorded open verdict as was n't certain he meant to kill himself .