Train passengers experienced delays today due to a trespasser on the line.

British Transport Police (BTP) were called to tracks near Medway viaduct at 12.14pm following reports a man was on the line.

As a result, Eurostar and Southeastern's high speed services were ground to a halt.

Eurostar tweeted: "Due to a trespasser on the highspeed line, trains in the UK are currently being held until further notice. Updates to follow."

Southeastern's high speed service has also stopped. A tweet from their head office said: "Reports of a trespass incident between #EbbsfleetInternational & Ashford International - High Speed services will be held in the area while staff investigate."

A man was escorted by officers off the track and was taken to a place of safety.

He is now being looked after by paramedics.

A spokesperson for BTP said: "We were called at 12.14pm on 02/05 to an area of track near Medway viaduct following a report of a man trespassing on the tracks.

"Officers attended and took the man to a place of safety, he has since been passed into the care of the ambulance service."

Services have now resumed, but there are still some delays.

Southeastern have since tweeted: "Normal service is being resumed following reports of a trespass incident between #EbbsfleetInternational & Ashford International.

"Some High Speed trains may remain delayed while we recover service."

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