Police Helicopter Scrambles After Troubled Trespasser Sparks Chaos Near Croydon
A trespasser near Selhurst station has thrown Southern rail services between Victoria and East Croydon into turmoil this evening.
Helicopter Called In To Aid Search
The NPAS helicopter from Redhill was scrambled to assist British Transport Police officers on the ground. The airborne support was deemed vital as tensions rose on the tracks.
Distressed Man Spotted by Train Driver
A police source revealed a passing train driver managed to speak with the distressed man. The search is ongoing to locate and safely remove him from the tracks.
Passengers Left Stranded as Trains Grind to a Halt
Several trains are currently stuck with passengers onboard. Services between East Croydon and Blackfriars face major delays as the incident continues to unfold.
Stay tuned for updates.
