Person dead after stumbling onto tracks, becoming trapped under Orange Line train, police say

BOSTON — One person died after they became trapped under an Orange Line train in Boston on Friday afternoon.

Officers responding to a report of a person trapped underneath an Orange Line train at the Jackson Square MBTA station found a victim on the tracks, according to the Boston Police Department.

Firefighters and EMS crews declared the victim dead at the scene.

MBTA Transit Police Superintendent Richard Sullivan told Boston 25 the person apparently stumbled before falling onto the tracks.

“On behalf of the TPD and the entire MBTA organization we offer our most sincere condolences to the decedent’s family and loved ones,” Sullivan said.

The MBTA says shuttle buses are replacing service between the Ruggles and Forest Hills stations. Commuter rail is free to ride between South Station, Back Bay, Ruggles, and Forest Hills.

Boston police homicide detectives are assisting Transit police with an investigation.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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