Woman assisted after becoming unwell at Glasgow Subway station

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 20:02 · Archive

A passenger became unwell at Glasgow Subway's Cowcaddens station on Wednesday afternoon, prompting temporary disruption to the service. Glasgow Live reports the incident occurred shortly before 4pm on 15 October.

A witness claimed the woman fainted and fell onto the tracks, saying they jumped down to help her. The witness also claimed an approaching train driver 'saw them in time' and was able to stop the train before anyone was hurt. SPT, the transport operator, did not confirm that the passenger had fallen onto the tracks, but acknowledged she 'became unwell while waiting for a train'.

SPT praised the response to the incident, stating in a statement: 'Thanks to the quick-thinking actions of both staff and members of the public, the passenger was clear of any danger immediately. We would like to thank everyone involved for their assistance.' British Transport Police told the Glasgow Times it was not involved in the incident.

How it is being reported

• Glasgow Subway trains halted when passenger 'fainted and fell on tracks'SPT confirmed that a passenger "became unwell" at the station, but that the "quick-thinking actions" of the public and subway staff cleared them of any danger.Glasgow Live · 16 Oct, 19:31
• Woman fainted and 'fell onto tracks' at busy Glasgow subway station halting trainsPassenger helped to safety after becoming unwell at Glasgow Subway’s Cowcaddens station, with SPT praising staff and public who responded during the incident.Glasgow Times · 16 Oct, 17:36

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