Metra Train Strikes Truck on Southwest Side

Metra SWS train strikes vehicle on SW Side; extensive delays expected

A Metra train struck a vehicle on Friday morning. Extensive delays are expected, Metra said.

Metra train strikes truck on Southwest Side

CHICAGO — A Metra train struck a truck Friday morning on the Southwest Side. Sky9Cam over 87th and Pulaski at around 8:45 showed a white truck struck near the intersection. The train is stopped at the moment and it was due into downtown at 8:32 a.m. The truck was unoccupied and no injuries were reported on the train, Metra said.

Metra train hits vehicle, causing major delays on SouthWest Service line

Commuters on Metra’s SouthWest Service line faced major disruptions Friday morning after a train struck a vehicle, causing widespread delays.