Fatal Incident Halts Waterloo Line, Causing Major Disruption
Police and paramedics attended Queenstown Road station at 11:49am on Thursday, April 9. A person was later pronounced dead at the scene.
The British Transport Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious. They confirmed a file will be prepared for the coroner.
Rail disruption and operational response
The fatal incident has halted services on the Waterloo line between London Waterloo and Clapham Junction. All lines through the affected section remain closed, causing major disruption for commuters.
Passengers face cancellations and delays of up to 90 minutes. Revised timetables are in effect while response teams work on site.
South Western Railway crews are managing the scene. Power to the track must be switched off before engineers can carry out safe checks and recovery.
Alternative travel and passenger assistance
Tickets are being accepted on London buses, the Underground, and other rail services. Travel staff and station help points are available to assist with onward journeys.
Passengers are advised to keep tickets and make a note of journey details. This information will support any compensation claims for delay or cancellation.
Support services
Anyone affected and needing to talk to someone can contact the Samaritans. They are available 24/7 on 116 123 or via their website.
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