A major emergency response is underway at Great Portland Street Station after reports that a person was struck by a train earlier this afternoon.

Emergency services were called to the scene at approximately 2:40 PM, following reports of a person under a train at the busy central London Underground station.

Firefighters, Paramedics, and Police on Scene

Crews from the London Fire Brigade, British Transport Police, and London Ambulance Service have rushed to the scene on Great Portland Street
Passengers are being advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes while emergency services carry out their work.

Public Urged to Stay Clear

A British Transport Police spokesperson said:

Officers were called to Great Portland Street Underground Station at 2.40pm on Tuesday, 6 May, following reports of a casualty on the tracks. Emergency services remain on scene.”

At this time, no further details about the condition of the person involved have been released.

Ongoing Updates

This is a developing story, and further updates will follow as more information becomes available.

Stay with us for the latest on this incident and other breaking transport news across London.

 

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