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DuPage County, IL Crash Halts Metra Trains After Pedestrian Hit
Wheaton, IL – Metra train service was halted in part of DuPage County on Sunday, October 11, following a crash involving a pedestrian near a railroad crossing in downtown Wheaton, prompting a closure
By Lauren Beckett · 2026-10-11T18:26:33.892Z
Wheaton, IL – Metra train service was halted in part of DuPage County on Sunday, October 11, following a crash involving a pedestrian near a railroad crossing in downtown Wheaton, prompting a closure and an ongoing police investigation.
According to the City of Wheaton Government, the railroad crossing near Main Street and Liberty Drive was closed Sunday after authorities responded to the pedestrian involved incident.
City officials confirmed that all train traffic in the affected area had been halted, with delays expected to continue while Metra Police investigated the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Railroad Crossing Closed in Wheaton
The closure affects the railroad crossing in the area of Main Street and Liberty Drive, a location near downtown Wheaton along Metra's Union Pacific West Line corridor.
The disruption could affect passengers traveling between Chicago and western DuPage County communities, depending on the duration and extent of the service interruption.
Officials have not announced when normal train operations will resume.
Motorists traveling through downtown Wheaton should also prepare for possible traffic disruptions near the affected crossing and consider alternate routes.
Metra Police Investigating
The City of Wheaton confirmed that Metra Police are handling the investigation.
Authorities have not released details about the pedestrian's condition or the circumstances that led to the crash.
It also remains unclear whether a train was directly involved in the collision.
No additional information about injuries or possible contributing factors was included in the city's initial public notice.
Passengers Urged to Check Service Updates
Metra passengers are encouraged to check official service alerts before heading to stations or planning travel through the Wheaton area.
The City of Wheaton directed riders to Metra's website for updated train schedules and delay information.
The railroad crossing closure and service interruption were reported Sunday, October 11, with the duration of the investigation and any resulting delays still undetermined at the time of the city's announcement.
Additional information may become available as Metra Police continue investigating.