Major disruption hit Heathrow Airport on Sunday morning after police responded to reports of a serious incident at one of its main car parks.
Emergency Response at Terminal 3
Police and other emergency services were called to the multi-storey car park at Terminal 3 following the alert. The incident, described as serious, led to a significant emergency presence at the UK's busiest airport.
A spokesperson for Heathrow Airport confirmed the situation, stating: "Our teams are responding to an incident with the emergency services in the multi storey car park in Terminal 3. We will provide updates shortly."
Immediate Travel Consequences
The police response had an immediate and severe impact on transport links to the airport. Train and bus services to the Heathrow transport hub were halted on Sunday morning, 7 December 2025.
This suspension stranded passengers and caused significant knock-on effects for those trying to reach or leave the airport. The spur road serving the terminal was also affected as authorities secured the scene.
Ongoing Situation and Updates
As of 09:46 GMT on Sunday, the situation remained ongoing, with police still on the scene. The exact nature of the incident has not been disclosed by authorities at this early stage.
Passengers travelling through Heathrow are advised to check for updates directly from the airport and their transport operators. The airport has promised to provide further information shortly as the emergency response continues.
