Travellers were instructed to evacuate Euston Station due to a concerning “serious” incident. During the afternoon, a large number of individuals left the station after being notified about a security issue. Images from the location depicted travellers waiting outside while police vehicles were visible in the vicinity.
Transport for London (TFL) declared the closure of the station citing a “security alert.” News Agents presenter Lewis Goodall reported a “full evacuation at the station” with a significant police presence. Goodall shared on social media that train staff informed him of the evacuation being related to a suspicious package under police investigation. Confirmation of the incident was pending from the police.
A bystander mentioned on social media about a security incident at Euston Station, which led to moving everyone to the bus station, indicating the severity of the situation. Another observer noted that the police had directed everyone away, followed by the arrival of the fire service.
A video captured outside the station displayed the arrival of at least three police vehicles. TFL later confirmed the reopening of the station shortly after 3:30 pm.
The police response occurred amidst the nation’s shock following the fatal stabbings at a synagogue in Manchester earlier that day. The incident was later confirmed as a terrorist attack resulting in two fatalities and three serious injuries, with the assailant being shot dead by the authorities.
A spokesperson from the British Transport Police informed The Mirror that officers received reports of a suspicious item at Euston railway station around 2:45 pm on October 2. As a precaution, a cordon was established, and the station was evacuated. Following assessment, the item was deemed non-suspicious, and the incident was resolved.
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