Major delays on Cranbourne and Pakenham lines after person hit by train
Commuters have faced major delays on the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines after a person was struck by a train.
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Commuters have faced major delays on the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines after a person was struck by a train.
Train services between Oakleigh and Westall were halted for around one hour on Wednesday at 8.30am during peak-hour.
â›” Cranbourne / Pakenham lines: Buses replace trains Oakleigh-Westall due to person hit by a train.
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>Replacement will take over 60 minutes to arrive.
>Consider alternative transport during interim.
Allow extra travel time.
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It’s believed the person was hit near Huntingdale railway station but circumstances surrounding the incident were unclear.
Victoria Police confirmed the person was taken to hospital for assessment.
Metro Trains said services have resumed but there were delays up to 45 minutes.
