A PERSON has been hit by a train in Hampshire.

South Western Railway says that the incident happened between Basingstoke and Eastleigh earlier this morning.

All lines between the two stations are blocked and services will face disruption.

AN SWR statement says: "We have received reports that a person has been struck by a train between Basingstoke and Eastleigh.

"Our response teams are working with the emergency services to assist with the incident.

"In order to allow emergency services access to the railway all power to the track will need to be switched off in the affected area.

"We are very sorry for any delay that this may cause to your journey."