Emergency services were called to Bethnal Green Underground Station this evening after a person was struck by a train on the eastbound Central Line.
The incident occurred at approximately 5:20pm at the station located on Cambridge Heath Road, E2 prompting an urgent response from London Underground staff, British Transport Police (BTP), London Ambulance Service, and specialist incident response units supported by the London Fire Brigade.
Transport for London (TfL) confirmed that services on the Central Line have been suspended eastbound as first responders worked to manage the situation. Passengers were evacuated from the station, and a cordon was put in place to allow paramedics and rescue crews to operate safely.
Disruption and Delays
Commuters travelling during the busy evening rush hour experienced severe disruption, with trains held between stations and delays reported across the wider network. TfL advised passengers to seek alternative routes and check for updates before continuing their journeys.
Emergency Response
The condition of the individual involved has not yet been confirmed by authorities.
Investigation Underway
British Transport Police are leading an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. It remains unclear whether the incident was accidental or intentional. CCTV footage is expected to play a key role in the inquiry.
A spokesperson for BTP said:
“We were called to Bethnal Green Underground Station at 5:21pm following reports of a casualty on the tracks. Officers attended alongside paramedics, and a full investigation is now underway. Updates on the individual’s condition will be provided in due course.”
Support and Assistance
TfL and emergency services have reminded members of the public that support services are available to anyone affected by this incident.
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available through the Samaritans by calling 116 123 or visiting www.samaritans.org.
Passengers are advised to continue checking live updates via TfL’s travel alerts and social media platforms.
Further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
