Police Incident at New Hythe Shuts Rail Line, Chaos on Medway Valley Line
Train travel hit the buffers this evening as police swooped on an “incident” at New Hythe railway station. The drama sparked delays and temporary closures between Strood and Maidstone West, grinding the Medway Valley Line to a halt.
Services Suspended, Delays Expected
Southeastern halted all trains from 6.40pm while officers dealt with the situation. The exact nature of the police callout remains under wraps. Lines reopened around 7.15pm but chaos lingered with cancellations and delays expected to drag on until roughly 8.30pm.
Southeastern Warns Passengers: Expect Disruptions
“Lines have now reopened following the police dealing with an incident at New Hythe. However, whilst service recovers, trains running between Strood and Maidstone West may be cancelled or revised,” a Southeastern spokesperson said.
Travel Advice and Updates
- Passengers on the Medway Valley Line should check live updates before travelling.
- British Transport Police have been contacted for more information.
- It’s unclear if anyone was hurt or if an investigation is ongoing.
