Pedestrian struck and killed by Metra train in Palatine

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

Summary

Pedestrian Hit Palatine Illinois in Palatine, Illinois: A pedestrian was struck and killed by an inbound Metra commuter train near the intersection of Northwest Highway and West Baldwin Road in Palatine. The collision occurred around 5:10 a.m. on a Friday morning, before the crossing. Four trains were canceled and the railroad crossing is closed to all traffic while investigators work.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Unnamed Pedestrian Pedestrian Fatal

Original reporting

Pedestrian struck and killed by Metra train in Palatine

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