Train services cancelled as man arrested after claiming to have a
bombArmed police have arrested a man who claimed to have a bomb at a busy
London train station, which was evacuated as a precaution.
British Transport Police confirmed the arrest at
Charing Cross station, central London, and added: “We are now working to reopen the station as soon as possible and would like to thank passengers and rail staff for their patience and understanding during this incident.”
No one has been injured and BTP officers remained on the scene.
The man reportedly went on to the tracks, sparking panic and the evacuation of the station as emergency services attended the scene.
All services from the station were cancelled.
“Sat on a train at Kennington for 20 minutes,” tweeted David Sim, a commuter on his way into London. “Incident at Charing cross, reportedly. Armed police on the tracks so power turned off.”
Scotland Yard said: “Officers are currently assisting the British Transport Police at Charing Cross train station following a report of a man acting suspiciously. The station has been evacuated as a precaution and is currently closed.”
Photos on social media showed multiple police vehicles and armed officers outside the station near the Strand, close to Trafalgar Square.