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Truck driver killed as Metra train crashes into vehicle
A truck driver was killed after his vehicle was struck by a Metra train Monday morning in Grayslake.
GRAYSLAKE, Ill. - A truck driver was killed after a Metra Milwaukee District North train struck their vehicle Monday morning near Grayslake, prompting service disruptions in both directions.
Train #2116 carrying roughly 40 people struck a dump truck that was on the tracks around 7 a.m.
The truck driver was pronounced dead at the scene, according to Metra spokeswoman Meg Thomas-Reile.
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Metra MD-N train derails after striking vehicle in Grayslake
A Metra Milwaukee District North train stuck a vehicle Monday morning near Grayslake, prompting service disruptions in both directions.
A Metra train passenger was also injured in the crash. Train movement was stopped in both directions.
The transit agency said extensive delays are expected. Check out their website for updates.
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