Overview
- Officials say a man crossing the tracks was struck by an Amtrak train at West Medford Station.
- Emergency crews transported the victim to a hospital with life‑threatening injuries and police remained on scene.
- West Medford Station is closed until further notice and motorists are being asked to avoid the area as traffic is rerouted via Playstead Road and Harvard Avenue.
- Amtrak and local authorities secured the scene and are conducting an investigation into how the collision occurred.
- News outlets describe the situation as developing and officials have said they will provide further updates for commuters and area drivers.