The Central Line has been suspended due to a trespasser incident near Leytonstone, causing severe delays for commuters. The line is currently part-suspended, with no service between Leytonstone and Loughton, and severe delays between Leytonstone and Epping / Woodford via Hainault. Roding Valley station is also closed due to a 'police incident', with British Transport Police and London Ambulance Service contacted for further information. The incident has caused significant disruptions to travel plans, with tickets valid on London Buses and Greater Anglia, and good service on the rest of the line.

According to reports, the trespasser was identified on the track near Roding Valley underground station at around 7:45 am, and British Transport Police officers attended the scene. Enquiries into the incident are ongoing, and MyLondon has received images of the British Transport Police responding to the disruption earlier in the morning. The Central Line suspension has caused a ripple effect, with minor delays on the Elizabeth line due to a track fault at Hanwell station, and queueing traffic for two miles on A102 Northbound at the Blackwall Tunnel.

The incident has highlighted the importance of transport safety and security, and the need for effective measures to prevent such incidents from occurring. The London Underground network is a critical part of the city's infrastructure, and any disruptions can have significant impacts on commuters and the economy. As the investigation into the incident continues, commuters are advised to check for updates and plan their journeys accordingly. In the meantime, Londoners can expect continued disruptions to their travel plans, with minor delays on the Bakerloo line due to a shortage of trains, and severe delays on the Elizabeth line between Paddington and Heathrow Airport.

In addition to the Central Line suspension, there are also minor delays between Baker Street and Aldgate due to an earlier faulty train, and minor delays westbound between Tower Hill and Ealing Broadway / Richmond due to an earlier faulty train at Embankment. The disruptions are expected to continue throughout the day, with commuters advised to check for updates and plan their journeys accordingly. The incident has also raised concerns about the impact of such disruptions on local businesses, which rely on the transport network to operate effectively.

Here is a timeline of events: * 7:45 am: Trespasser identified on the track near Roding Valley underground station * 8:00 am: British Transport Police officers attend the scene * 9:00 am: Central Line suspended due to trespasser incident * 10:00 am: Roding Valley station closed due to police incident * 11:00 am: Severe delays reported on Central Line between Leytonstone and Epping / Woodford via Hainault * 12:00 pm: Minor delays reported on Elizabeth line due to track fault at Hanwell station * 1:00 pm: Queueing traffic reported on A102 Northbound at the Blackwall Tunnel The incident is a reminder of the importance of effective transport management and safety measures to prevent such disruptions from occurring.