
Service was halted on Metra’s BNSF Railway line Friday after a train hit a pedestrian in west suburban Berwyn.
Inbound train No. 1250 hit the pedestrian shortly before 8:30 a.m. near the Berwyn station, 6801 Windsor Ave. in Berwyn, according to a Metra spokeswoman. The person’s condition was not immediately known.
Inbound and outbound trains were halted near Berwyn, Metra officials said. By 9:30 a.m., one track was reopened and trains were starting to move.
Berwyn police did not immediately provide additional information.
Riders are advised to expect extensive delays, according to Metra. Customers should listen to platform announcements or check Metra’s website for the latest service information.