Christina Lopez, 72, killed when train strikes semi truck in Clarendon Hills, Illinois

Modified Date: 
Thu, 05/12/2022 - 3:01pm
Accident Date: 
Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Coroner identifies commuter train passenger killed in crash

A coroner Thursday identified the passenger who was killed when a commuter train collided with a semitrailer at a crossing in suburban Chicago.

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The Metra express train hit a box truck that was on the tracks at the Prospect Avenue crossing. The other vehicle, which officials said was a moving truck, burst into flames, but its three occupants got out safely.

People Involved: 
Christina Lopez