Users of Cercanías Madrid are facing significant delays on several lines due to a cable theft affecting signalling between Torrejón and Alcalá. Adif is working to resolve the issue.
Users of Cercanías Madrid are experiencing significant delays this Tuesday, June 23, 2026, on lines C2, C7, and C8. The main cause is a cable theft that has affected signalling between the stations of Torrejón de Ardoz and Alcalá de Henares. This incident was reported at 5:59 AM and has caused delays since early in the day.
The railway administrator Adif has confirmed that the problem is related to a fault in the signalling system, which has led to service interruptions.
“Our teams are working to repair the signalling as quickly as possible,”
said a spokesperson for Adif. The situation has left many travellers waiting longer than usual to board their trains.
Aside from the mentioned theft, a second incident has also been reported affecting line C5 in Leganés, where similar signalling issues have contributed to overall delays in service. This highlights a growing problem with security and maintenance of the local railway system.
Compared to previous incidents, such as the massive blackout that affected public transport in Madrid two years ago, this situation again raises concerns about the vulnerabilities of the railway system to criminal acts. At that time, thousands of passengers were stranded for hours due to technical failures related to electrical issues.
Adif is not only facing the immediate challenge of restoring normal service but also the broader challenge of ensuring the safety and reliability of public transport. Users have expressed their frustration over the constant inconveniences and have called for more effective measures to prevent theft and vandalism.
As the morning progresses, delays are expected to continue affecting hundreds of passengers who rely on the service daily. For those planning to use these lines today, it is recommended to check updated schedules before leaving and consider alternatives such as buses or private vehicles if possible.
The current situation underscores the urgent need to improve both preventive measures against theft and the technological systems used in railway infrastructures.
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