Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Metra Train Near Mokena Station

CHICAGO (CBS)-- A person was fatally struck by a Metra train Wednesday morning.

According to Metra officials, the pedestrian was struck by inbound Rock Island train MX04 at Hamilton Road just before 9:30 a.m.

Metra officials said the incident took place about a mile from the Mokena station. Passengers were taken off the train and driven to the station.

The victim has not been identified.

Officials said tracks are expected to open shortly.

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