Travellers had to face major delays on all Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express services today due to a trespassing incident near Gatwick.
⚠️ #SNUpdates – Following trespassers between Gatwick Airport & East Croydon services are currently subject to delays of up to 45 minutes and may be subject to short notice alteration/cancellation.
ℹ️ Live departures – https://t.co/CksQ35lZ55
— Southern (@SouthernRailUK) August 8, 2018
Commuters are advised to check prior to travelling and allow extra time to complete their journey today.
A spokesman added: “All lines through East Croydon have now reopened, following a trespass incident near the station. However, whilst services recover, trains may still be cancelled or delayed by up to 45 minutes. In addition, a severely reduced Gatwick Express service will remain in operation. Disruption is expected until 11am.”
Talking about the trespassing incident, British Transport Police said that a “man has been detained by officers after he was in a precarious position near East Croydon station.”
National Rail added: “All lines through East Croydon have now reopened, following a trespass incident near the station. However, whilst services recover, trains may still be cancelled or delayed by up to 45 minutes.”
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