Pedestrian fatally struck by Metra train in Palatine, Illinois - CBS Chicago

Published
June 19, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Palatine, Illinois
Baldwin Road and Northwest Highway
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Incident type
Pedestrian struck, Transit, Crash

Summary

Pedestrian Hit Palatine Illinois in Palatine, Illinois: A pedestrian was struck and killed by Metra Union Pacific Northwest train No. 602 at the intersection of Baldwin Road and Northwest Highway in Palatine, Illinois, early Friday morning around 5:10 a.m. The victim died at the scene and has not been identified. Train service on the line was suspended following the incident.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Pedestrian Pedestrian Fatal

Original reporting

Pedestrian fatally struck by Metra train in Palatine, Illinois - CBS Chicago

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