Person dies at Ashford station, rail lines suspended
British Transport Police attended the scene on November 10, with disruption expected until 7pm.
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British Transport Police were called to Ashford railway station in Surrey at approximately 12:30pm on November 10 following reports of a casualty on the train tracks. Officers attended the scene alongside paramedics. A person was located and subsequently pronounced dead a short time later.
The incident is not being treated as suspicious, according to British Transport Police. Emergency services required access to the railway line, leading to the suspension of train services between Feltham and Staines. This action caused significant disruption to rail travel.
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Disruption and Delays
National Rail issued a warning that disruption to South Western Railway services would persist until at least 7pm on November 10. Passengers were advised to expect potential delays of up to 60 minutes, as well as service cancellations or revisions. Those affected by the incident can contact the Samaritans on 116 123 for support.
Questions this report answers
+What happened at Ashford railway station?
A person was pronounced dead at Ashford railway station on November 10 after an incident on the train tracks. British Transport Police attended the scene and confirmed the incident is not suspicious.
+What disruption was caused by the incident?
Train lines between Feltham and Staines were suspended, leading to delays of up to 60 minutes, cancellations, and service revisions for passengers. Disruption was expected to continue until at least 7pm on November 10.
+Who should I contact if I need support?
If you need to speak to someone or require support following this incident, you can contact the Samaritans. They can be reached for free at any time on 116 123 for a confidential chat.
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