Cable Theft Causes Delays on Madrid Commuter Rail

A signaling incident between Torrejón de Ardoz and Alcalá de Henares is affecting Cercanías Madrid lines C2, C7, and C8.

Image of railway signaling cables damaged by theft.
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Image of railway signaling cables damaged by theft.

Significant delays are being reported this Tuesday on Madrid's commuter rail lines C2, C7, and C8 due to a cable theft that has impacted railway signaling.

The incident, caused by cable theft between the Torrejón de Ardoz and Alcalá de Henares stations, has disrupted train services.
Adif, the railway administrator, announced the issue early this morning, specifying that trains operating through the affected section are experiencing disruptions.

"It is working to repair the signaling "as soon as possible" and normalize circulation on this stretch."

Adif · Railway administrator
The railway company has stated that its teams are focused on repairing the signaling to restore normal service promptly.