A tragic incident occurred at Sutton Common train station yesterday evening (November 17), resulting in the death of a person on the tracks.
Emergency services, including officers from the British Transport Police and paramedics from the London Ambulance Service, were called to the scene just before 8 pm following reports of a casualty on the railway line between Wimbledon and Sutton.
Despite the swift response, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation Underway
British Transport Police confirmed that the incident is not being treated as suspicious, and a file will be prepared for the coroner. The identity of the deceased has not yet been made public, pending notification of their family.
Travel Disruption
The incident caused significant disruption to rail services, with all lines between Wimbledon and Sutton closed while emergency services worked at the scene. Services resumed normal operations shortly after midnight, but delays left commuters stranded for several hours.
Support for Those Affected
This tragic event highlights the importance of seeking support for mental health struggles. Anyone who feels they need help is encouraged to contact Samaritans at 116 123, a free helpline available 24/7.
A spokesperson for British Transport Police said:
“Officers were called to a report of a casualty on the tracks just before 8pm last night (17 November) near Sutton Common station. Officers and paramedics attended and sadly a person was pronounced deceased. The incident is not thought to be suspicious, and a file will be prepared for the coroner.”
