On October 9, 2017 at approximately 9:15PM Transit Police officers assigned to the South District received a radio call to respond to the Waban stop on the D Branch of the Green Line for a person possibly struck by a train. Several TPD units along with Newton Fire and EMS responded. Transit Police personnel on scene report the following preliminary information: a Green Line Trolley, D Branch, as it was approaching Waban Station suddenly/unexpectedly a male entered onto the right of way. The male was struck and sustained serious life threatening injuries as a result. The male has been transported to a local area hospital for emergency treatment.
Transit Police detectives are on scene and investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident. Foul play is NOT suspected.
Media inquiries should be directed to Superintendent Richard Sullivan at rsullivan@mbta.com.
