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South Shore Line Service Halted After Pedestrian Struck in Gary

Westbound trains 112 and 114 at the Gary station were canceled pending scene assessment by transit crews.

Overview

  • A pedestrian was struck by a South Shore Line train in Gary, Indiana, early Thursday, prompting an immediate halt to services.
  • At 6:10 a.m., the transit agency issued a service alert for the Gary station, suspending all train movements pending investigation.
  • Westbound trains 112 and 114 were canceled for the day as crews remain on site assessing the situation.
  • Authorities have not disclosed the pedestrian’s condition, and updates are awaited from South Shore Line officials.
  • NBC Chicago traffic reporter Kye Martin described the stoppage as a major service disruption for commuters bound for Chicago.