HINSDALE – Police in a Chicago suburb are warning commuters about rail safety after video captured a person crawling underneath a stopped Metra train.
What we know:
The incident occurred at the Garfield Crossing near downtown Hinsdale, according to police. Officials did not say when it happened.
In the video, the train appeared to be stopped on the tracks with all safety features activated when the commuter crossed and crawled underneath it, police said.
“Catching a train is not worth risking your life,” police said.
What we don’t know:
Authorities have not released details about the person in the video, when the incident occurred or whether they could face charges.
What’s next:
The warning is part of the department’s effort to highlight Rail Safety Week, a national campaign that runs through this week to remind the public that following safety rules at railroad crossings can save lives.
The Source: The information in this article was provided by Hinsdale Police Department.