Person fatally struck by UP-N Metra train in Evanston

Tuesday, March 16, 2021
EVANSTON, Ill. (WLS) -- A pedestrian was fatally struck by a Metra train in Evanston Tuesday.

The person was hit by an out-of-service train traveling just before 3 p.m. near the Davis Street station, according to Metra spokesman Michael Gillis.
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The train was not scheduled to make a stop there.

Service has resumed in both directions at reduced speeds through the area in Evanston.

Evanston police said nearby streets are not impacted at this time.
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Metra police is investigating.
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