Migrants escorted off Eurotunnel tracks

A Eurotunnel freight train had to stop in the Channel Tunnel after a migrant was seen on wagons bound for the UK.

The discovery led to long delays for passengers in the UK and France.

The freight train from the Frethun yard stopped near the tunnel entrance on the French side, Eurotunnel said.

The company said several other people were found on the halted train after it was searched by police and security staff. Those found were returned to France.

Tomos Morgan reports from Calais and Chrissie Reidy reports from Folkestone.

Cameraman: Gavin Campbell

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