Metra BNSF train in Downers Grove strikes pedestrian

Second pedestrian struck by Metra train in Downers Grove, Illinois in 24 hours
A pedestrian was hit by a Metra train in Downers Grove, Illinois Tuesday morning. According to Metra officials, BNSF train No. 1228 is stopped near Main Street. Metra said delays are expected. The duration of the delay is unknown at this time.
Metra BNSF train hits pedestrian in Downers Grove
Metra train #1228 hit the pedestrian around 7:30 a.m. near the Downers Grove station at 5001 Main Street, according to the transit agency. Trains were stopped in both directions with "extensive delays" expected, according to Metra.
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BNSF train #1228, scheduled to arrive at Chicago's Union Station at 8 a.m. struck a pedestrian near the Main Street Downers Grove station. It marks the second crash in 24 hours in the same area.
Metra BNSF train in Downers Grove strikes pedestrian; ‘extensive' delays expected
Suburban Metra trains were stopped in Downers Grove and delays were expected Tuesday morning after a train on the BNSF line headed to Union Station in Chicago struck a pedestrian. A Metra spokesperson confirmed BNSF train #1228 struck a pedestrian around 7:40 a.
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