Euston station reopens after person injured on Victoria line tracks
Victoria line services suspended for two hours following incident at 1.30 pm on 31 July
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Euston station reopened on 31 July after a person was injured on the Victoria line tracks earlier that afternoon. The incident, reported at 1.30 pm, led to the temporary closure of the station and severe disruptions on the Victoria line.
British Transport Police confirmed that officers, paramedics and fire crews attended the scene. A spokesperson said the incident was not treated as suspicious. The person involved was taken to hospital, though their condition remains unclear.
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Victoria line suspended for two hours
The Victoria line was suspended between Highbury & Islington and Warren Street following the incident. Services resumed after a two-hour closure, but severe delays persisted into the evening, according to Transport for London (TfL).
Euston station, a major transport hub in Camden, was temporarily closed while emergency services responded. The station reopened later in the afternoon, though TfL advised passengers to expect ongoing delays.
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Alternative travel options offered
TfL announced that tickets would be accepted on alternative services, including London Overground, Thameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway and Southeastern. Buses were also accepting tickets to help passengers complete their journeys.
A TfL spokesperson said passengers should check the TfL website or app for real-time updates. No further details about the cause of the incident or the identity of the person injured have been released.
What happens next
British Transport Police will continue their investigation into the incident, though they have ruled out suspicious circumstances. TfL has not indicated whether further disruptions are expected on the Victoria line.
Passengers are advised to allow extra time for travel and to check for updates before starting their journeys. No timeline has been given for when normal service will fully resume.
Questions this report answers
+What happened at Euston station on 31 July?
A person was injured on the Victoria line tracks at Euston station at 1.30 pm on 31 July. Emergency services attended, and the person was taken to hospital. The incident was not treated as suspicious by British Transport Police.
+How long was the Victoria line suspended?
The Victoria line was suspended between Highbury & Islington and Warren Street for two hours following the incident. Services resumed but with severe delays persisting into the evening.
+Which alternative transport services are accepting tickets?
Tickets are being accepted on London Overground, Thameslink, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Southeastern and buses. Passengers should check TfL updates for real-time information.
+Has Euston station reopened?
Yes, Euston station reopened later on 31 July after being temporarily closed during the incident. Passengers were advised to expect delays and check for updates before travelling.
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