BREAKING: A pedestrian was struck by a Red Line train at the Berwyn station in Edgewater, leading to an immediate halt in service for both the Red and Purple Lines this Wednesday morning, October 25, 2023.
The incident, which occurred around 8:15 AM, has prompted a swift response from Chicago police, although details about the pedestrian’s condition remain unclear. In light of the emergency, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has implemented a shuttle bus service operating between the Howard and Belmont stations as crews work to restore normal operations.
Service disruptions are affecting all trains between the Belmont and Berwyn stations, as confirmed by a CTA alert. Commuters in the area are advised to seek alternative routes and expect delays throughout the morning as investigations continue.
The CTA expressed its commitment to resuming regular service as quickly as possible but has not provided a timeline for when operations will fully resume.
Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available about this developing situation.
