A person has sadly died after being hit by a train this morning.

The incident has caused severe disruption to rail services across Suffolk and north Essex.

A spokesman for British Transport Police said: "We were called to Hatfield Peverel railway station at 5.56am following reports of a casualty on the tracks.

"Paramedics also attended, however sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene.

"This incident is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner."

The 6.24am Norwich to London Liverpool Street, which calls at Stowmarket, Ipswich, Manningtree and Colchester has been cancelled.

The 7.55am London Liverpool Street to Norwich was also cancelled.

For specific train service alterations and cancellations click here.

If you need help and support, call Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust’s First Response helpline 0808 196 3494 or the Samaritans on 116 123. Both services are available 24 hours 7 days a week. You can also download the Stay Alive app on Apple & Android.