Person 'hit by a train' in Sussex
A serious emergency incident was reported on the railway line in Sussex.
Southern Rail reported – at 4.30pm on Wednesday (April 29) – that a person was involved in a collision with a train.
“It is with great sadness to report that a person has been hit by a train between Hove and Worthing,” a social media statement read.
"All lines are blocked between these stations until further notice.
“We would strongly advise you to travel at a later time whilst the emergency services deal with this incident.
“This incident will impact those travelling between Brighton, Littlehampton, Portsmouth and Southampton Central."
The line remained closed until after 8pm.
Aldrington, Portslade, Fishersgate, Southwick, Shoreham-by-Sea, Lancing and East Worthing could not be served by trains, whilst the incident was ongoing.
Major disruption was expected until 9pm.
An updated statement at 8.12pm read: “The emergency services have dealt with this incident, and all lines have reopened between Hove and Worthing.
“Services will continue to be altered or cancelled at some stations while they are worked back to schedule.
“You will need to continue to check journey planners as your journey will be impacted by this incident.
“We thank you for your patience at this time.”
A further update at 12.28am read: “Disruption due to this issue has now ended.
“If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more at your destination, you should apply for Delay Repay compensation.”
On X (formerly Twitter) just before 12.30am on Thursday (April 30), Southern said all lines had reopened.
If you have been affected by this article, there is always someone to talk to. You can contact the Samaritans on 116 123 from any phone for a confidential chat.