Derailed train at Plumstead blocks Southeastern and Thameslink services

A derailed train in Plumstead has blocked Southeastern and Thameslink rail services this morning on the Woolwich line.

A Thameslink train left tracks overnight halting all services between Slade Green and Charlton in both directions.

Area of derailment believed to be points in foreground

Network Rail managed to re-rail the train by 7:20am. Checks on damage are now underway.

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