Overview
- The incident occurred shortly after 6:45 p.m. west of Bay Street on the Montclair–Boonton Line.
- Officials reported 17 people with non-life-threatening injuries as first responders worked at the scene.
- Rail service on the line is suspended in both directions, and tickets are being cross-honored on NJ Transit buses.
- Authorities have not confirmed whether one or both trains derailed after the trains made contact.
- NJ Transit said CEO Kris Kolluri and senior staff were at the site as the response and investigation continued.