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A person has been struck by a passing train on the Portadown to Belfast line.
It happened at around 6.30am at Bells Row in Lurgan.
The line was closed during rush hour and emergency services called to the scene.
The victim's condition is still unclear.
A Translink spokesperson said “Due to the timing of this incident, securing bus substitution services has been challenging causing disruption to some customers’ morning commute.
"Valid rail tickets were accepted on scheduled bus services.
“Staff worked to restore rail services as quickly as possible between Belfast and Moira and are establishing bus substitution services between Moira and Portadown.
“Cross border passengers are being bussed between Belfast and Newry for onward rail connections.
“We appreciate this incident is causing disruption for our customers and would apologise for the inconvenience caused.
“We are currently working with the PSNI to investigate this incident”.
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