Person Dies on Barnes Station Tracks – Chaos Hits South Western Railway
Tragic Death Sparks Emergency Response
- Emergency services rushed to Barnes railway station in Richmond at 7am after reports of a casualty on the tracks.
- Paramedics attended but sadly pronounced the person dead at the scene.
- British Transport Police confirmed the death is not being treated as suspicious.
- A file is being prepared for the coroner as investigations continue.
Major Travel Disruption Hit South Western Railway
- All lines between Clapham Junction, Hounslow, and Richmond were initially shut down following the incident.
- Some lines reopened just after 8am, but severe delays expected until 3pm as power to the running rails remains switched off.
- Barnes station remains closed with no trains stopping there.
- All routes towards Clapham Junction are blocked, though trains from Waterloo to Richmond and Twickenham continue to run.
Police Confirm Details of Incident
“Officers were called to Barnes railway station at around 7am today (February 12) following reports of a casualty on the tracks. Paramedics also attended, however sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.” – British Transport Police spokesperson
Support Available for Those Affected
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