Pedestrian Hospitalized After Train Strike In Blue Point: MTA

A pedestrian was hospitalized after being hit by a Long Island Railroad train in Blue Point, according to reports.

Posted Fri, May 31, 2024 at 10:30 am ET

BLUE POINT, NY — A pedestrian was struck by a train in Blue Point late Wednesday night, Long Island Railroad officials announced on X, fka Twitter.

The incident took place around 9:50 p.m. and the injured person was taken to a local hospital for treatment, according to Local Accident Reports.

The outlet reported the extent of the injuries remains unknown, but said that medical support was promptly provided.

The incident caused a suspension in service between Sayville and Patchogue on the Montauk Branch, the LIRR said.

LIRR officials were not immediately available for comment.

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