Crime & Safety
Metrolink Experiencing Delays Following Train Crash Tuesday Night
The Metrolink San Bernardino Line Train 336 struck a vehicle that was pushed onto the tracks in an earlier collision, authorities said.
IRWINDALE, CA -- Several trains were delayed Wednesday after a San Bernardino-bound Metrolink train struck a vehicle that was on the tracks in Irwindale, authorities said.
No injuries were reported in the crash, which occurred around 10:45 p.m. Tuesday near the intersection of Irwindale Avenue and Edna Place, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The Metrolink San Bernardino Line Train 336 struck a vehicle that was pushed onto the tracks in an earlier collision, said CHP Officer Elizabeth Kravig. It wasn't immediately disclosed if anyone was in the vehicle.
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There were 91 passengers aboard the train, she said.
Metrolink reported the train was delayed an hour and 40 minutes because of the crash.
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The Inland Empire/OC Line 803 to Oceanside was expected to be delayed Wednesday up to 30 minutes due to the crash, Metrolink said.
The 91/PV Line 701 from Riverside County to Los Angeles was expected to experience minimal delays.
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