Crime & Safety

Man Dies After Falling Onto Electrified T Tracks At Boston's Park Street Station

Police say that the initial investigation showed that the man appeared to be under the influence when he stumbled onto the tracks.

(Sean Barnacoat/CBS Boston)

August 19, 2024

BOSTON - Transit Police are investigating after a man died when he stumbled onto the electrified track at Boston's Park Street MBTA station on Saturday.

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It happened just before noon on the Red Line's southbound platform. Police say that the initial investigation showed that the man appeared to be under the influence when he stumbled onto the tracks and landed on the electrified third rail.

Shuttle busses replaced service on the Red Line for several hours after the incident and Green Line trains bypassed Park Street.

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