Train services brought to standstill by trespasser on railway (Image: UGC)
TRAIN services were halted this afternoon following reports of a trespasser on the railway between Bournemouth and Branksome.
South Western Railway brought all trains in the area to a standstill and switched off power to the tracks shortly after midday.
The trespasser was located and assisted to a place of safety.
In an update at 1.19pm, South Western Railway said all lines had been re-opened.
However, services may still be cancelled, delayed or revised, with disruption expected until 5pm.
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