Two trains have collided tonight (Friday) prompting a major emergency response. Media reports indicate there have been serious injuries following the incident between London St Pancras and Bedford, which is said to have involved two passenger trains.
Emergency Services Respond
ThamesLink stated on its website: "The emergency services are dealing with an incident between Luton and Bedford. Whilst they carry out their work, all lines are closed."
"As a result, trains between London St Pancras International and Bedford / Leicester may be cancelled or revised. This is expected until the end of the day."
It further added: "Trains are unable to run in or out on London St Pancras for the remainder of this evening. Passengers are advised not to travel."
National Rail Confirms Disruption
National Rail confirmed: "Emergency services are dealing with an incident between Luton and Bedford. Whilst they carry out their work, all lines are closed. As a result, trains between London St Pancras International and Bedford / Leicester may be cancelled or revised."
"This is expected until the end of the day."
British Transport Police Statement
British Transport Police posted on X: "We're responding to reports of a collision involving two trains in the Bedford area. We'll share more information as soon as possible."
Passenger Account
A man identifying himself as a passenger on one of the trains, Dr Pete Knapp, wrote on Bluesky: "Train heading south from Bedford crashed at 17:12. Front of train ok, third carriage off rails."
"I'm ok with bloody legs and back impact. Others are not good. Sudden crash, no slowing down or horns. No warning."
"No explosion, just stopped instantly."
