Freight train derailment causes major disruption to east London rail services

Passengers in east London are facing disruption for the rest of the day after a freight train derailed near Barking.Trains running through Barking are being cancelled or revised, with passengers warned of delays of around 10 minutes.Commuters have urged to seek alternative routes as the Sufragette line between Barking Riverside and South Tottenham is currently partially suspended.No services are calling at Dagenham Dock, Rainham or Purfleet. Please expect delays and service alterations.London Overground services are being revised to run between Gospel Oak and South Tottenham only.Meanwhile, c2c services have been suspended between Barking and Grays via Dagenham Dock, Rainham and Purfleet.The disruption is expected to continue until at least the end of the day.A GBR Anglia spokesperson said: “We are aware of an incident involving a freight train near Barking. As a result, rail services through the area are currently disrupted. “We are working closely with the British Transport Police on site and the freight operator to understand the full circumstances. “Customers are being advised to check before they travel.”