LONDON to Oxford trains were disrupted late last night after a person was hit by a train.
The incident near Reading caused cancellations and delays on the Great Western Railway between Paddington and Oxford.
Problems first started emerging at around 10pm with all lines blocked.
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Passengers trying to get back to the city were being diverted onto other services.
Some lines were able to reopen by 11.30pm and all were operating as normal this morning.
A few commuters resorted to taxis to get home but Great Western Railway was advising it policy is not to cover the fares but may consider claims depending on circumstances.
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