A car on the tracks was struck by an MBTA commuter rail train in Concord, Massachusetts, resulting in minor injuries to the vehicle's driver. The collision occurred yesterday evening at the Conant Street railroad crossing. Concord Fire Chief Thomas Judge reported that the train, en route to Fitchburg, hit the car at a low speed around 7 p.m. "We are grateful that this incident did not result in more serious injuries," Judge mentioned in a statement, as reported by NBC10 Boston.
MBTA Transit Police are currently trying to thoroughly investigate the cause of the crash, but detailed information about the circumstances leading up to the incident has yet to be released. Keolis Commuter Services, the operator of the commuter rail, confirmed that the crossing gates and warning lights were operational at the time. This was echoed by a statement given to The Boston Globe, ensuring that the safety systems were "working as intended".
Following the accident, services on the Fitchburg Line were delayed. MBTA Commuter Rail informed passengers via social media that Train 2411, originally scheduled to depart from North Station at 6:15 p.m., was terminated after West Concord due to the collision. They added that passengers would be accommodated by an extra train for continued outbound service. The driver involved in the crash was taken to Lahey Clinic for treatment of their injuries.
Transit Police Superintendent Richard Sullivan conveyed that they are vigorously working to understand all the details of what transpired. "Our crews, along with our police and EMS partners, responded quickly to provide care and ensure the scene was secured," Fire Chief Thomas Judge told NBC10 Boston regarding the swift response to the accident. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
