Tortoise that caused train delays by being on tracks found and captured.

According to Network Rail, a rather unusual culprit was responsible for a string of train delays last week. In a surprising turn of events, a tortoise by the name of Solomon was found wandering near the tracks, causing quite a stir for four services between Ascot and Bagshot. The incident report described the animal as a "trespasser" who was making its way towards Bagshot "at pace."

Thankfully, the situation was quickly resolved as engineers were able to safely retrieve Solomon and place him on the next passing train. The plan was to drop him off at a nearby vet in Staines. However, before this could happen, the owner of the adventurous tortoise came forward to claim him. It turns out that Solomon had escaped from his home, which happened to be next to the rail track. Network Rail suspects he may have squeezed through a gap in the fence.

South Western Railway shared that Solomon was successfully reunited with his owner that very evening, and thankfully, he appeared to be unharmed. Network Rail even captured a heartwarming photo of their staff posing with the rescued tortoise.

While the story of Solomon's escapade may have a happy ending, Network Rail took the opportunity to remind everyone that the railway can be a dangerous place. The spokesperson expressed their apologies to any passengers who were affected by the incident, but also emphasized the importance of safety. Despite the heartwarming outcome, it is crucial to remember that trains require a significant distance to come to a halt, and there are other hidden dangers, such as the electrified third rail.

In the same breath, Network Rail also urged their neighbors who live near the railway to ensure their fencing is secure, as this incident serves as a reminder of how easily animals, or even humans, can find their way onto the tracks. While their main priority is to keep everyone safe and sound, they were happy to be able to reunite Solomon with his owner and bring a little bit of cheer to an otherwise stressful situation.

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