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Person struck by Red Line train

July 24, 1:29 PMDC Transportation ExaminerKatherine M. Hill
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The Red Line is experiencing delays after a person was struck by a train at Van Ness Metrorail station. From Metro's press release:

A Red Line train headed toward Shady Grove hit the person around 12:30 p.m. Emergency crews are on the scene. The condition of the person is unknown at this time.

Trains are sharing a single track between Cleveland Park and Friendship Heights station. Red Line riders should expect major delays in the afternoon while emergency crews and police respond to the incident.

Get There reports that Van Ness station is open.

For more information:
Person struck by train on Red Line, press release
Expect delays: Passenger struck by Red Line train at Van Ness, Get There

 

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