2 dead, 1 hospitalized after Amtrak train hits car in western suburb; major Metra delays expected

Metra 2 dead, 1 hospitalized after Amtrak train hits car in western suburb; major Metra delays expected Metra said it was notified of the crash at about 8:20 a.m. All BNSF inbound and outbound trains were stopped as a result. By Francie Swidler • Published November 11, 2026 • Updated on November 11, 2026 at 7:10 pm Two people were killed Wednesday morning after an Amtrak train struck a vehicle in the western suburbs, with Metra BNSF service halted and "extensive delays" expected. About 8 a.m., an Amtrak train struck a vehicle on the tracks at Wolf Road in Western Springs, village officials said. Two people were killed and a third person was transported to a nearby hospital. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. WATCH HERE The scene drew a large emergency response, with crossings at Grand Avenue and Wolf Road closed and smoke billowing into the sky from the fiery crash. NBC Chicago NBC Chicago "All pedestrians should avoid the area until further notice," the village said. Metra said it was notified of the crash at about 8:20 a.m. All BNSF inbound and outbound trains were stopped as a result, with "extensive delays" expected. A statement from Amtrak said train No. 381 was traveling from Chicago to Quincy when it struck a vehicle on the tracks just west of LaGrange. No injuries were reported among the 35 passengers and crew members aboard, Amtrak said. Local NBC 5 Responds 2 hours ago What Is ‘surveillance pricing?' How retailers, loyalty programs collect and use your data Chicago Weather 2 hours ago Winter weather advisory issued for parts of Chicago area, with wet, slushy snow ahead Video and photo from the scene showed the car destroyed on the train tracks. An investigation remains ongoing. This article tagged under: Metra