Rail passengers warned to expect delays after trespasser seen on line in Staffordshire

Rail passengers have been warned to expect delays and cancellations after lines were left blocked in Staffordshire due to a trespasser on the lines.

National Rail put out a message to let passengers know that due to the incident near Rugeley Trent Valley, the line was blocked for services between London Euston and Crewe.

It said services might be delayed, cancelled or diverted and advised that disruption was expected until 4pm.

A spokesman for National Rail said: “A trespass incident in the Rugeley Trent Valley area means that some lines are blocked.

“As a result, trains running is this area may be delayed, cancelled, revised or diverted.

“Disruption is expected until 4pm.”

British Transport Police have been contacted for a comment.