Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Metra Train in Oak Park
Fatal Train Strike Disrupts Metra Service in Oak Park
Oak Park, IL – A pedestrian was tragically killed Sunday afternoon after being struck by a Union Pacific-West Metra train in Oak Park, causing significant disruptions to the UP-W line.
The incident occurred around 2:56 p.m. as an outbound train headed to Elburn approached the Oak Park station.”We can confirm that an outbound UP-W train struck a pedestrian at approximately 2:56 p.m. today,” a Metra spokesperson said. “The identity of the individual has not yet been released.”
The collision instantly halted service on the UP-W line, leading to numerous delays for commuters. metra officials quickly took to social media to inform passengers of the situation and provide alternative travel options.
UPW Train #509 will not stop at the Oak Park station due to a pedestrian being struck by a train at Oak Park. Train #513 will accommodate passengers.
— Metra UP-W (@metraUPW)
UPW train #512, scheduled to depart Elburn at 4:25 PM, will be delayed in departure due to a pedestrian being struck by a train. the duration of this delay is unknown. Metra will provide updates as facts becomes available.
— Metra UP-W (@metraUPW) src=twsrc%5Etfw”>december 15, 2024
As of Sunday evening, the inquiry into the incident was ongoing, and authorities had not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the pedestrian’s death.
Tragedy Strikes Metra UP-W Line: Pedestrian Fatality Causes Disruption
Oak Park, IL – A pedestrian was fatally struck by a Union Pacific-West Metra train Sunday afternoon in Oak Park, leading to major service disruptions on the UP-W line. The incident occurred around 2:56 p.m. as an outbound train headed to Elburn approached the Oak Park station.
A Metra spokesperson confirmed the incident, stating, ”We can confirm that an outbound UP-W train struck a pedestrian at approximately 2:56 p.m. today. The identity of the individual has not yet been released.”
The collision immediately halted service on the UP-W line, causing significant delays for commuters. metra took to social media to inform passengers about the situation and provide alternative travel options.
“UPW Train #509 will not stop at the Oak Park station due to a pedestrian being struck by a train at Oak Park. Train #513 will accommodate passengers,” Metra UP-W posted on Twitter. The agency also announced delays for UPW train #512 departing Elburn at 4:25 PM.
As of Sunday evening, the inquiry into the incident is ongoing, and authorities have not released further information regarding the circumstances surrounding the pedestrian’s death.
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