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Trains damaged by ‘projectiles’ near Cambridge North station




Trains were struck by “projectiles” near Cambridge North railway station, causing damage and the cancellation of some services.

British Transport Police are investigating incidents on Saturday and Sunday (1 and 2 February).

A spokesperson said: “We have been contacted with reports of trains being hit with projectiles near Cambridge North railway station.

“Officers have attended the area, and a full search has been conducted, however no one was identified in connection. Damage has been caused to trains, however there were no reported injuries. Enquiries are ongoing.”

Some Govia Thameslink Railway services north of Cambridge were disrupted on Sunday and Monday (2 and 3 February).

“We can confirm that train services between Cambridge and King’s Lynn were disrupted on Sunday night by an incident near Cambridge North that the police have been investigating,” said a spokesperson.

“Trains were delayed or cancelled in the area from around 5.40pm on Sunday. This put our trains out of position for their normal start up on Monday morning so services were disrupted.

“We’re supporting the British Transport Police with their investigation.”

A Greater Anglia train. Picture: Greater Anglia
A Greater Anglia train. Picture: Greater Anglia

Some Greater Anglia trains were damaged in the incidents.

A company spokesperson said: “We are investigating isolated incidents of damage to some train services travelling between Cambridge and Cambridge North stations.

“We are working with British Transport Police to identify the cause and what, if any, further action is necessary.”

Anyone with information can call the British Transport Police on 0800 405040 or text 61016. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555111. Quote reference number 689 of 1 February.



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