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Escaped Tortoise Halts Train Services in Berkshire

Solomon, a pet tortoise, was rescued after causing delays on the Ascot-Bagshot line

  • Four trains were delayed after Solomon was found on the tracks near Ascot.
  • Railway workers safely removed the tortoise, taking it to a vet before the owner collected it.
  • Network Rail warned about the dangers of animals on tracks and urged secure fencing.
  • Social media buzzed with memes and jokes about the unusual incident.
  • Regular train services resumed shortly after Solomon was rescued.
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