A fatal accident at Wallington station this morning has left one person dead after being...

Published: 12:57 pm March 9, 2026
Updated: 5:07 pm March 9, 2026

A fatal accident at Wallington station this morning has left one person dead after being struck by a train.

Emergency Called at Dawn

Police were alerted to the grim scene at around 6am on March 9, after reports of a casualty on the tracks. Emergency services rushed to Wallington station, but sadly, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene.

No Suspicion – Coroner to Investigate

Authorities confirmed the incident is not being treated as suspicious. A file is being prepared for the coroner to look into the circumstances surrounding the death.

Train Services Disrupted

  • All Southern rail services between Sutton and West Croydon were suspended earlier today.
  • Services have since resumed, but passengers should expect delays of up to 30 minutes, cancellations, or revised schedules.
  • Disruption is expected to continue until noon.

Support Available

If you’ve been affected by this tragic event, help is at hand. Contact the Samaritans for confidential support on 116 123 or email [email protected].

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