A person has been struck by a train between Dartford and London Bridge, causing...

Published: 1:58 am October 18, 2024
Updated: 12:09 pm October 8, 2025
Person Hit by Train Between Slade Green and Erith

 

A person has been struck by a train between Dartford and London Bridge, causing significant delays and diversions for trains operating on this route.

London Fire Brigade has responded to the incident with two fire engines and one Fire Rescue Unit deployed at Slade Green Railway Station in Erith. Firefighters are working alongside other emergency services to secure the area and provide assistance. The call was received at 1:26 PM, and crews from Erith and Bexley stations are currently on site. Emergency services are attending to the incident at Slade Green Railway Station in Erith, southeast London. Commuters are advised to check for updates as train services are being disrupted due to the ongoing situation.

Reports confirm that a person has been hit by a train in the southeast London area. Emergency response teams are at the location, and services between Dartford and London Bridge are expected to experience delays or diversions.

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