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Hudson Line Service Delays After Amtrak Train Hits Pedestrian

The incident took place near Peekskill, the MTA said.

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Amtrak runs trains on the Hudson Line between New York City and points north and west.
Amtrak runs trains on the Hudson Line between New York City and points north and west. (Maggie Avants/Patch)

PEEKSKILL, NY — An Amtrak train hit a person on the tracks near Peekskill, according to the MTA.

Hudson Line service was halted but has resumed with delays in both directions of up to 60 minutes.

Single-tracking and speed restrictions are in effect between Cortlandt and Manitou while police continue to investigate, the MTA said.

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