A suspected cable theft has caused a suspension of Tyne and Wear Metro services on the Yellow Line, affecting 10 stations between Wallsend and Monkseaton in North Tyneside. The incident, reported by Nexus, the public body that owns and manages the Metro system, has halted trains in both directions.
Service Disruption and Alternative Transport
Nexus confirmed that trains are running to all other stations but may not adhere to the usual timetable. To assist affected passengers, both Go North East and Stagecoach buses are accepting Metro tickets on local services, providing an alternative transport option.
The suspension began earlier today, and Nexus is investigating the cause. A spokesperson for Nexus stated, "We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible and apologize for any inconvenience caused."
Impact on Commuters
The disruption has affected commuters traveling through North Tyneside, with delays expected throughout the day. ChronicleLive has set up a dedicated WhatsApp community for breaking news updates, allowing passengers to stay informed about the situation.
We are contacting Nexus for further information and will provide updates as they become available.
