Travel chaos has erupted between London and one of the UK's busiest airports this evening after a 'suspect package' was discovered.
Emergency services are currently at the scene at East Croydon station in south London - one of the main stops on the route to Gatwick Airport.
One person, who is aiming to travel to Gatwick Airport, said: "Someone went and left a suspicious package outside of East Croydon station now the whole area is locked off."
A spokesperson for Southern Rail wrote on social media site X: "Police are dealing with an incident at East Croydon station.
"The main entrance is currently shut and you will need to use the alternative available entrances and exits at the station. Staff are on site and will help assist you should you need it."
A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police said:"Members of the public were evacuated and safety cordons were put in place while specialist officers assessed the item.
"As a precaution, specialist teams have conducted a controlled explosion at the location."
Express.co.uk has contacted British Transport Police for further information.
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