A person has died at a busy London Tube station after falling ill on Saturday evening.
The incident took place at around 6pm at Earl’s Court station in west London, when a person fell ill. There was a significant police presence, with a train being cordoned off. Despite the efforts of paramedics, the person died at the scene.
Witness describes CPR and emotional scenes
One witness at the scene said they saw police and an ambulance team performing CPR in the carriage, before curtains were brought out to block the view. Members of staff could be seen crying along with police and nurses, emotionally affected by what had happened.
Police confirm death not suspicious
A British Transport Police (BTP) spokesperson told The Standard: “Officers were called to Earl’s Court Underground station at 6pm on Saturday (17 October) following reports that a person had fallen ill at the station.
“Officers attended alongside paramedics, however sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene.
“The incident is not being treated as suspicious.”
