Train delays through Basingstoke after person dies on tracks
The emergency services were called to the incident near Southampton this morning
Last updated 29th Dec 2021
Trains travelling to and from the south coast through Basingstoke are facing delays after a person died near Southampton.
All train lines between Southampton and Eastleigh are closed.
A British Transport Police spokesperson said:
"Officers were called to the line close to St Denys at 9.26am on Wednesday following reports of a casualty on the tracks.
"Paramedics also attended and sadly a person has been pronounced dead at the scene.
"Officers remain on scene working to identify the person and establish the circumstances behind their death."
South Western Railway is warning disruption is expected until 4.00pm.