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18
Dec 2023
Last Updated: 18/12/2023
Morning trains disrupted due to trespasser at Starbeck
Starbeck station
Trains between Harrogate and Knaresborough were disrupted this morning due to a trespasser near the line at Starbeck.
Northern Rail alerted commuters on social media at 9.18am, saying a "trespass incident" was causing delays.
Network Rail and British Transport Police both attended the incident, which happened at around 8.20am.
In a statement, British Transport Police said:
“Officers were called to the line near Starbeck railway station at around 8.20am today (18 December) following reports of concern for welfare.
“Officers attended and a person has been taken to a place of safety.”
Lines have re-opened but Northern said disruption is expected until 12.45pm.
No further details have been released.
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