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Woman hit, killed by incoming Metra train: officials

By Fox 32 Digital Staff
Published  January 21, 2024 8:57pm CST
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Woman struck by Metra train dies; wheelchair found on scene

A Metra Rock Island train fatally struck a woman in Washington Heights Sunday. Metra officials say a wheelchair was found at the scene of the crash. It is not clear if the wheelchair belonged to the victim.

CHICAGO - A woman was fatally struck by a Metra Rock Island train Sunday evening, the company announced on Twitter.

The incident occurred around 7:40 p.m. Sunday when the train was inbound and due at the La Salle station. 

After striking the woman, the train was put out of operation, the company said. 

A Metra spokesperson said a wheelchair had been found near the tracks, but it was unknown if it belonged to the woman.

"All those details are still being investigated," Metra said.

The woman's age and identity haven't been released. 

Passengers were put on another train that was inbound from Joliet. 

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

The Sun-Times Media Wire contributed to this report.