St Pancras station in London was evacuated on Tuesday afternoon following reports of an unattended vehicle near the station entrance, prompting a significant police response and the closure of several entrances.
Station Evacuated and Entrances Closed
Witnesses reported a large police presence around the station, with both Underground and mainline station entrances and exits closed. A police cordon was placed on the road between St Pancras and King's Cross, and one witness reported hearing a loud bang. Despite the disruption, trains have so far been unaffected.
TfL Statement on the Incident
Transport for London (TfL) issued a statement confirming the closure: "Main and North Entrance/Entry closed due to an unattended vehicle at the request of Metropolitan Police. Station remains in full operation." The incident has affected the wider King's Cross St Pancras interchange, one of London's busiest transport hubs, which includes the adjacent King's Cross and St Pancras railway stations and the King's Cross St Pancras Underground station.
Ongoing Police Operation
The Metropolitan Police are leading the response, and the situation remains ongoing. Commuters are advised to check for updates and allow extra travel time. The station's full operation status suggests that services continue, but entry is restricted at certain points.
