Police Hunt Woman After Child Attacked
British Transport Police (BTP) have released an image of a woman they wish to speak to in connection with an assault that occurred on a train between Colwyn Bay and Rhyl on Friday, August 30. The incident took place at approximately 20:20 BST when a 14-year-old girl was reportedly hit in the head by a […]
Bank Tube Station Evacuated After Smoke Seen from Northern Line Train
A busy London tube station was evacuated today after smoke was spotted coming from one of the carriages. Transport for London (TfL) Access confirmed on X (formerly known as Twitter) that Bank station was closed around 5 p.m. on October 8 due to the incident. Bank station has since reopened after the all-clear was given […]
Person Dies on Elizabeth Line Tracks as Services Partially Suspended
A person has died on the Elizabeth line tracks, leading to the suspension of services between Maidenhead and Reading in Berkshire. The incident occurred earlier today at Reading station, with police and paramedics called to the scene around 9:25 am. The tragic incident has caused significant disruption to commuters, and authorities have urged the […]
Teenager Charged After Stabbing at Barnes Train Station
A 16-year-old boy has been charged in connection with a stabbing incident at Barnes train station in south London. The stabbing occurred on September 26, shortly after 7 am, at the station located on Station Road. Officers from British Transport Police and London Ambulance Service crews were dispatched to the scene, where they found a […]
CCTV Images Released Following Attempted Robbery at Chester Road Station
Detectives investigating an attempted robbery at Chester Road station have released CCTV images of two men they believe could help with their investigation. [block_2] The incident occurred at around 9:30 pm on Wednesday, 21 August. Two men approached the victim while he was using the ticket machine on the concourse. One of the suspects attempted […]
British Transport Police Officer Dismissed for Inhaling Laughing Gas
A British Transport Police (BTP) constable has been dismissed without notice following a public misconduct hearing held in York from September 10 to 13. The hearing took place at the Professional Standards Department (PSD) Hearing Room. Police Constable Muhammad Patel, who was based in Preston, did not attend the hearing. The panel considered allegations that […]
Four Jailed After Man Brutally Stabbed with 17-Inch Blade on Southeastern Train
Four men have been sentenced to young offenders institutions after a brutal knife attack on a Southeastern train left a 19-year-old man with multiple stab wounds. The incident took place on November 21 last year, around 7:30 pm, on a train travelling from Grove Park to St John’s. The attackers—Rowan Jones, Jahvarn Warren, Kumarl Best, […]
Police and Partners Target Summer Crime Increase in Barnham and Chichester
Police, in collaboration with multiple agencies, launched a full day of action on Monday (23 September) to address serious violence and anti-social behaviour in Barnham and Chichester. Operation Parkside was conducted alongside Arun District Council, Chichester District Council, West Sussex County Council, NHS, Govia Thameslink Railway, British Transport Police, and other partners. The initiative focused […]
Train Crashes into Broken-Down Car at Grove Ferry Level Crossing, Near Canterbury
A train collided with a broken-down car on the Grove Ferry level crossing, near Hersden, this afternoon, triggering delays and a large emergency response. Thankfully, no injuries were reported in the incident, which occurred shortly before 2 PM on September 27, 2024. The vehicle, a Nissan Qashqai, had come to a stop on the tracks […]
Man Arrested Following Cyber Vandalism of Public Wifi at Major UK Railway Stations
A man has been arrested after a cyber vandalism attack targeted public wifi at some of the UK’s busiest railway stations, including 10 in London. The attack disrupted services at major transport hubs, including Manchester Piccadilly, Birmingham New Street, Edinburgh Waverley, and Glasgow Central, as well as stations across London, on Wednesday, September 25. Passengers […]
Person Hit by Train Near Shepherd’s Bush Causes Major Disruption at London Euston Station
A person has been hit by a train near Shepherd’s Bush, leading to major disruption at London Euston station this afternoon (September 26). The incident occurred shortly before 12:45 pm, prompting the closure of all lines between Euston and Watford Junction. Transport for London has also been affected, with no Overground trains currently running between […]
Passenger Falls Ill on Train at Chislehurst Station, Causing Major Delays
A passenger fell ill on a train at Chislehurst station this morning (September 25), leading to significant delays on several major train lines. [block_2] National Rail confirmed via X (formerly Twitter) that all lines were closed around 9:30 a.m. as the train was unable to move until the passenger was assisted off. This resulted in […]
Police Hunt Man After Attempted Child Abduction
Police have released an image of a man who they believe may have crucial information regarding a baby abduction attempt on a train. The alarming incident occurred on Saturday, August 17, at approximately 7:30 pm . A mother, carrying her baby, was preparing to disembark from the train at Worksop station when a stranger suddenly […]
Woman Racially Abused and Spat at on Jubilee Line Train, Police Investigating as Hate Crime
A woman was racially abused and spat at while travelling on a Jubilee Line train between Kilburn and Finchley Road at approximately 6:54 AM on Saturday, September 7. British Transport Police (BTP) are investigating the incident as a hate crime and have launched an appeal for information. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers […]
Person Dies After Being Hit by Train at Thornton Heath Station
A person has tragically died after being struck by a train at Thornton Heath station on Brigstock Road. The incident occurred just before 8:20 pm yesterday (September 20). Train services between Streatham and Selhurst were temporarily halted while the situation was dealt with, but the lines have since reopened. [block_2] Help is available to those […]
Facial Recognition Tech Leads to Multiple Arrests in East Croydon
In a significant operation today, the Metropolitan Police deployed facial recognition technology in East Croydon, supported by officers from the local Croydon police unit. Within the first 20 minutes, the system identified three individuals wanted for various offences or outstanding warrants, leading to swift police intervention. In a separate incident at East Croydon station, BTP […]
Train Services Disrupted After Person Hit by Train Near Selhurst Station
Train services between Balham and Selhurst have been severely disrupted after a person was hit by a train near Selhurst station earlier today (September 19). The incident occurred around 6:30 AM, and emergency services are currently on the scene dealing with the situation. National Rail confirmed the disruption on X (formerly known as Twitter), advising […]
Police Hunt Man Who Allegedly Exposed Himself to Two Women at Bond Street Station
Police are appealing for information after a man allegedly exposed himself to two women waiting on a platform at Bond Street Underground Station on the Elizabeth Line. The incident occurred around 9:35 pm on Wednesday, September 4. British Transport Police (BTP) have released CCTV images of a man they believe may have information that could […]