Rail services were suspended after a person was hit by a train.

The incident happened between the stations at Redhill and Tonbridge.

At 9.13am, Southern Rail posted an update on X.

“It is with great sadness that we report a person has been hit by a train between Redhill and Tonbridge,” it said.

“All lines are blocked between these stations whilst the emergency services work to deal with this incident.

“Trains that run on the route between Redhill and Tonbridge have been suspended and this means the below stations, will not be served by Southern, until further notice.”

Nutfield, Godstone, Edenbridge, Penshurst, Leigh and Tonbridge were affected.

Rail replacement buses were brought in before the route reopened at about 3pm this afternoon.

Southern posted on X: “Services are returning to normal between Redhill and Tonbridge following this tragic incident.

“We work closely with @samaritans and support the work they do. If you or someone close to you has been affected by this or any incident, there is always someone to talk to. Contact Samaritans on 116 123 free at any time, on any phone. Help & advice is only a phone call away.”

British Transport Police and the ambulance service have been contacted for more information.