Morning riders on Chicago's north side ran into serious trouble Tuesday when a person was struck by a CTA Brown Line train at the Addison station, prompting an abrupt shutdown of service between Belmont and Kimball while emergency crews rushed to the scene.
Video Shows Emergency Crews at Addison
According to CBS News Chicago, video from the platform showed emergency responders surrounding the area as crews worked on the tracks. The outlet described the situation as a medical emergency. No additional details were provided about the person’s condition, and it was not immediately clear whether police would release more information.
CTA Posts Service Alert
A service alert from the Chicago Transit Authority reported that Brown Line trains were temporarily suspended between Belmont and Kimball starting at 9:53 a.m. Tuesday "due to a medical emergency on the track at Addison." The CTA’s Addison station page reflected the alert and continued to list estimated arrival times as crews worked to clear the scene.
Rider Impact and What to Expect
The suspension left Brown Line riders scrambling for alternate routes during the morning rush, with knock-on delays likely even after trains return to normal service. Commuters are urged to allow extra travel time, consider using the Red Line or CTA buses where it makes sense for their trip, and keep an eye on CTA alerts and Train Tracker for the most current updates.
