Chicago, IL (December 14, 2024) – A woman was injured when a Metra train hit a van on Chicago’s Northwest Side early Saturday, December 14, a Metra spokesperson said.
Metra said the crash happened near Bryn Mawr in Gladstone Park. The woman, who suffered non-life-threatening injuries, was taken to Lutheran General Hospital. Metra service on the Union Pacific Northwest line was experiencing delays earlier Saturday, but service has since returned to normal. However, no further details were released, and an investigation is ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their loved ones at this time.
Pedestrian Accidents in Chicago
Despite Chicago being one of the few truly walkable metropolises in our country, pedestrians continue to encounter danger on its thoroughfares. Based on preliminary data, local authorities estimate that the number of pedestrian fatalities in traffic collisions over the past year may have peaked at its highest level in half a century.
A total of nearly 200 pedestrians died in recent vehicle collisions, representing an increase of more than 20% compared to the previous year. Notably, 40% of fatal pedestrian collisions were caused by hit-and-runs. In comparison, 80% of severe and fatal pedestrian incidents took place in Chicago alone, near an intersection of 125 feet or less. However, these incidents can happen on city streets, on train routes, on rural roads, and beyond. Pedestrians are tragically vulnerable. Of course, victims must obtain immediate legal counsel from a Chicago pedestrian accident attorney if they or a family member has been injured in a collision.
The Romaker Law Firm’s staff is prepared to advocate for justice for you and your family after a pedestrian collision. Insurance companies will attempt to minimize the amount of money you are owed by capitalizing on your crash. Fortunately, you can schedule a free consultation with our Chicago-area auto accident attorneys today.
For over two decades, at the Romaker Law Firm, we have assisted Illinois state citizens and Chicago residents in obtaining the compensation they require to cover their losses following a collision. Contact our car accident lawyer in Chicago at 312-377-7000 to learn more about your options and how to move forward with your life after a major accident.
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