Person struck by train in Glasgow as rail lines closed

A person has been struck by a train in Glasgow, with a number of rail services cancelled.

The incident happened between Pollokshields East and Mount Florida this afternoon.

Emergency services have also been spotted at Queen’s Park station.

A number of trains have been cancelled from Glasgow Central including those to Pollokshields East, Queens Park Strathclyde, Crosshill, Mount Florida and Cathcart.

Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.

A Scotrail statement read: “Due to an incident between Pollokshields East and Mount Florida all lines are closed. We are working closely with the emergency services during this time.”

Help and support is available now if you need it.

The Samaritans can be contacted any time, from any phone, free on 116 123, email at jo@samaritans.org, or visit samaritans.org to find your nearest branch. Details of other services and more information can be found on the NHS website here.