Grayslake police are conducting an investigation after a pedestrian was hit and killed by a train on Monday afternoon. The incident took place just after 4:30pm on Monday just northwest of Center Street.
The incident involved a Canadian National train and a 19 year old woman, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Witnesses say the train came an abrupt halt after the collision. Gates at RT120, Center Street and RT83 were blocked for hours as first responders tended to the incident.
Media reports suggest the woman’s death is believed to have not been accidental. Her name has not been released pending notification of her family.
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