Thameslink lines blocked after person hit by a train

The area between Luton and Bedford is blocked whilst emergency services attend the scene

Author: Ellie CloutePublished 18th Jun 2024
Last updated 18th Jun 2024

A person's been hit by a train between Luton and Bedford this morning.

Thameslink have confirmed "with great sadness" that emergency services are working to deal with the incident at the scene, with lines blocked between the stations.

Services are still running on alternative lines, but delays, cancellations and amendments to schedules are expected.

Bus shuttle services have been put on by Thameslink, to support the areas which are affected by line closures.

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