Police treating Parsons Green explosion as terror attack

Several people have been injured at the Parsons Green station of the London Underground after an explosion on a train in West London.

Police have confirmed that the incident is being treated as a terror attack in the early stages.

Passengers on the District line reported hearing a large explosion and fire during the morning rush hour, with paramedics and the Metropolitan police force arriving at the scene shortly after.

UK Prime Minister Theresa May has said she is receiving regular updates on the situation.

Images being shared online show a white bucket with wires protruding from it on the train at Parsons Green.

“It is too early to confirm the cause of the fire, which will be subject to the investigation that is now underway by the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command,” the Met Police said.

“At present we are aware of a number of people who have suffered injuries.

“The station remains cordoned off and we are advising people to avoid the area.”