Metra service suspended on 2 lines after train hits, kills pedestrian in Joliet

JOLIET, Unwell. (WLS) — Service on two Metra traces was suspended Wednesday morning after two freight trains hit and killed a pedestrian in Joliet, officers mentioned.

The primary practice on the CSX rail line hit the person simply after 3:35 a.m. at 90 E. Jefferson St., officers mentioned.

Then one other freight practice got here by the realm and could not cease in time.

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Hearth officers responded to a practice overpass on Japanese Avenue close to 90 E. Jefferson St. about 3:40 a.m., Joliet Hearth Chief Jeff Carey mentioned.

The individual was pronounced lifeless on the scene. His identify and age have not been launched.

Rock Island predominant line service was quickly suspended at Joliet; minimal Rock Island service will function from New Lenox, Metra tweeted simply earlier than 5 a.m.

Heritage Hall predominant line practice service was additionally quickly suspended, the commuter rail tweeted about the identical time.

Heritage Hall service was anticipated to renew after 7:20 a.m. with delays, Metra mentioned.

Metra police are dealing with the demise investigation.

It is a growing story; verify again with ABC7 Chicago for updates.

Solar-Instances Media contributed to this report.