QUINCY, Mass. — Two people were found dead along the Red Line tracks that run through Quincy, prompting a stoppage of all train service on Monday morning, officials said.
Emergency crews responding to the northbound tracks in the area of Wollaston station around 6 a.m. found a man and woman dead at the scene, according to the Transit Police Department.
An investigation indicated that the victims trespassed and intentionally laid between the outside running rail and third rail, Transit police added.
Red Line service was suspended in both directions at 6:30 a.m. and delays remained in place for several hours. The MBTA said that regular service had resumed shortly before 1 p.m.
Red Line Braintree Branch Update: Regularly scheduled service has resumed.https://t.co/6IVk4EEZwX
— MBTA (@MBTA) September 26, 2022
A heavy police presence could be seen in the area of Wollaston station as commuters waited to board shuttle buses that replaced train service between JFK/UMass and Braintree stations. The commuter rail also accommodated passengers at Braintree, Quincy Center, and JFK/UMass.
Transit police detectives and the Norfolk District Attorney’s Office are leading an investigation.
There were no additional details available.
UPDATE: @MBTATransitPD say the man and woman trespassed and intentionally laid between the outside running rail and third rail. The scene is now clear. If you or someone you know needs help, call the Crisis Lifeline at 988 which is available 24/7. https://t.co/zzKXLMiD1Z
— Kelly Sullivan (@ksullivannews) September 26, 2022
Message boards inside Wollaston station. @boston25 pic.twitter.com/JaUsNx5hJw
— Kelly Sullivan (@ksullivannews) September 26, 2022
BREAKING: Transit police are confirming a man and woman were found dead on the Red Line track north of Wollaston station. Not struck by a train @boston25 pic.twitter.com/rF8sh4fx2y
— Catherine Parrotta (@CatherineNews) September 26, 2022
🚨6:30am ALL train service that passes through #Quincy will be STOPPED for approx 2 hours due to police activity 🚨All media inquiries should be directed to @MBTATransitPD #matraffic pic.twitter.com/bRZ8pBjpUQ
— Quincy, MA Police Dept (@quincymapolice) September 26, 2022
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