Train services have returned to normal in Blacktown, New South Wales, on 20 February, 2026, following a major police operation that halted the rail network the night before. The disruption began around 8:00 pm on Thursday when police were called to help a person on the tracks near Seven Hills. This incident caused an immediate shutdown of the T1 Western Line and the Blue Mountains Line between St Marys and Parramatta.
The closure left hundreds of commuters stranded at major hubs like Parramatta and stations throughout the Blacktown area. According to Sydney Trains, passengers were urged to find alternative transport as the tracks remained closed for several hours. While some replacement buses were provided, transport authorities described the service as limited, leaving many people with few ways to get home late at night.
The police operation was specifically related to a concern for welfare situation on the rail line. While other police incidents were happening in Western Sydney at the same time, officials confirmed the train stoppage was only due to the person on the tracks. According to reports from The Western Weekender, the situation was resolved overnight to allow for a normal start to the Friday morning commute.
Regular rail schedules are now back in place for the morning peak on 20 February, 2026. Travellers in Blacktown can expect trains to run as usual, though transport officials always recommend checking for any minor flow-on delays before heading to the station.
