On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, Sydney’s train network experienced significant delays during the evening peak hour due to an incident at Redfern station. At approximately 3 PM, a man was spotted on the tracks, prompting immediate action from authorities and causing delays across multiple train lines.
The incident affected several key routes passing through Redfern, including the T1, T2, T3, T8, and T9 lines. Transport for NSW issued warnings to commuters about potential delays in both directions.
T9 Sydney Trains posted an alert on social media, advising passengers: “Allow extra travel time due to an incident requiring emergency services at Redfern. Trains may stop on platforms or between stations for longer than normal while the incident is ongoing. Please listen for announcements and check information screens before getting on trains.”
Allow extra travel time due to an incident requiring emergency services at Redfern.
— T9 Sydney Trains (@T9SydneyTrains) October 15, 2024
Trains may stop on platforms or between stations for longer than normal while the incident is ongoing.
Please listen for announcements and check information screens before getting on trains. pic.twitter.com/2Y9HQMq3Gy
Police were called to the scene to address the situation. The presence of a person on the tracks posed serious safety concerns and necessitated the temporary disruption of services.
The incident’s timing during the afternoon rush hour amplified its impact on commuters, many of whom faced extended travel times and potential alterations to their usual routes.
After police intervention, the man was safely removed from the tracks. However, the knock-on effects of the incident continued to affect evening commuters as the network worked to resume normal operations.
Commuters were advised to continue checking for announcements and updates for the most current information on their travel routes.
Published 15-October-2024
