WESTERN SPRINGS, Ill. (WLS) — Two people were killed and another was injured Wednesday morning when an Amtrak train collided with a vehicle in Western Springs, according to a village spokesperson.
The crash occurred around 8 a.m. after a westbound Amtrak train struck a car on the tracks near Wolf Road, the spokesperson said.
Two people died at the scene, while a third person was transported to Loyola Hospital in Maywood with injuries.
Mike Struglinski said he was inside a nearby bank when he heard the impact.
Chopper 7 was over the crash site at approximately 8:36 a.m.
BNSF service was suspended for most of Wednesday morning as crews responded to the crash.
Inbound and outbound BNSF trains will begin and end service at Chicago Union Station and La Grange Road. Service will also operate between Aurora and Hinsdale.
No train service will be available between Stone Avenue and Highlands. Metra said two Pace buses will transport passengers between La Grange and Hinsdale.
The crossings at Grand Avenue and Wolf Road are closed, while the Lawn Avenue crossing remains open.
Social workers will be available at Village Hall on Thursday, November 12, from 1 to 5 p.m. to assist anyone who witnessed the crash.
“On Wednesday, Nov. 11, Amtrak train No. 381 was traveling from Chicago to Quincy at approximately 8:10 a.m. (CT) when a vehicle came on the tracks and made contact with the train just west of La Grange.”
“There were no reported injuries to the 35 passengers or crew on board. Amtrak is working with local authorities to investigate the incident.”
“Customers were reaccommodated with alternate transportation via a bus, which will make all stops between La Grange and Quincy.”
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