Victorian man hit by train while crossing tracks

A man has died after being stuck by a train in Melbourne.

Police said the man was killed after being hit while apparently crossing the tracks to get to another platform at Footscray railway station in Melbourne's west.

The man died immediately killed after being hit by the train.

The incident caused major delays for commuters.

He is yet to be formally identified.

Police have appealed to anyone who witnessed the event to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au