Investigation ongoing after car ploughs into level crossing barrier near Bedhampton railway station
Investigations are ongoing after a car smashed into a level crossing barrier.
Commuters are facing disruption this evening (April 9) after a truck crashed into the level crossing barrier near Bedhampton railway station earlier today.
The AA says: “Road blocked and queueing traffic due to crash on West Street both ways from B2149 New Road to Palk Road.
“Congestion to Bedhampton Road and New road traffic finding another way.”
The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary has confirmed officers are at the scene and a road closure is in place.
A spokesperson for Havant Police said: “Please plan your travel and avoid the area if possible. We shall update you as soon as we are able and we appreciate your patience.”
All train lines were blocked as a result of the incident, with passengers able to use their tickets on different services. South Western Railway has since confirmed all lines are now reopen but disruption remains in place.
South Western Railway wrote on X, saying : “We have received an update and disruption to our services is now expected until 8pm. As the investigations are ongoing this may change but we will update you if it does.”