Person fatally struck by Metra train in suburban Bartlett
A person was fatally struck by a Metra train on May 23, 2024 in Bartlett.
Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times file
The Milwaukee District West Metra line faced extensive delays after a person was fatally struck by a train early Thursday in northwest suburban Bartlett, according to officials.
About 5:20 a.m., Metra reported "extensive delays due to a pedestrian incident." The person struck died due to their injuries, according to Barlett police.
A train blocked the intersection of Western and Railroad avenues, police said. Continued delays were expected.
Metra police were investigating.
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