A significant emergency service presence descended upon Dartford Railway Station in Kent following reports of a casualty on the tracks.
Kent Police, along with the British Transport Police (BTP), fire service, and ambulance service, rushed to the scene located in Station Approach, Dartford, at approximately 11 am.
The woman involved in the incident was swiftly attended to by emergency responders and subsequently transported to the hospital. Fortunately, her injuries were reported as minor and not deemed life-changing or life-threatening.
A spokesperson for the British Transport Police stated, “The incident is not thought to be suspicious,” indicating that there were no immediate concerns regarding foul play.
According to a police spokesperson, Kent Police officers arrived at Dartford Railway Station at around 11:17 am to provide assistance to constables from the British Transport Police.
Further details regarding the nature of the incident and the condition of the individual involved were sought from the fire service and ambulance service.
The swift response and coordinated efforts of the emergency services underscore their commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of the public, particularly in moments of crisis or distress.