Woman injured in train strike in Glencoe
A pedestrian was seriously injured when struck by a train in Glencoe on Saturday morning, according to an alert from Glencoe Public Safety.
The alert says emergency units responded at 8:22 a.m. to a call of a Metra train striking a female in her 50s at the South Avenue crossing in Glencoe — located between Green Bay Road and Old Green Bay Road.
The female reportedly suffered “serious” injuries and was transported to Evanston Hospital. Andrew Perley, interim director of Glencoe Public Safety, said to his knowledge he woman was still alive.
A Metra spokesperson said the UP North track should reopen at latest 11:30 a.m.
Metra officials, who are not currently releasing any further details about the incident. The Metra Police Department is leading the investigation.
The Record is a nonprofit, nonpartisan community newsroom that relies on reader support to fuel its independent local journalism.
Become a member of The Record to fund responsible news coverage for your community.
Already a member? You can make a tax-deductible donation at any time.
Joe Coughlin
Joe Coughlin is a co-founder and the editor in chief of The Record. He leads investigative reporting and reports on anything else needed. Joe has been recognized for his investigative reporting and sports reporting, feature writing and photojournalism. Follow Joe on Twitter @joec2319
The Record is a nonprofit, community news site from former editors of 22nd Century Media
Our daily coverage of your government, schools, businesses and neighbors is not possible without your support.
Latest
The Record: Shortcut
Related Stories
