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MBTA Commuter Rail Strikes Car at Acton Crossing After Driver Bypasses Gates

Transit police plan to cite the motorist for driving around closed gates.

Overview

  • The collision occurred around 5:30 p.m. at 117 Central St. on the Fitchburg Line in Acton.
  • The train pushed the empty vehicle about 300 feet, and all 44 passengers reported no injuries.
  • Keolis says the crossing gates and warning systems were operating properly at the time of the crash.
  • Firefighters contained a fuel spill from the car, and state environmental officials were notified.
  • Fitchburg Line service saw terminations at South Acton and at least one cancellation with residual delays.