Pedestrian fatally struck by Metra train in Palatine

Published
June 19, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Palatine, Illinois
West Baldwin Road
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Incident type
Pedestrian struck, Crash, Transit, Motorcycle, Robbery

Summary

Motorcycle Crash Palatine Illinois in Palatine, Illinois: A pedestrian was struck and killed by a Metra UP-NW train (No. 602) near West Baldwin Road in Palatine, Illinois. The incident occurred on a Friday morning, just after 5 a.m. Metra reported significant delays on several lines due to the crash. Palatine closed West Baldwin Road and Northwest Highway to all traffic pending further information.

Original reporting

Pedestrian fatally struck by Metra train in Palatine | WGN-TV

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