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Amtrak train strikes pedestrian in Hinsdale

An Amtrak train struck and killed a pedestrian Tuesday afternoon near the West Hinsdale Metra station, authorities said.

The crash occurred after 3 p.m. Trains were stopped during authorities' investigation, but they began moving again within the hour at restricted speeds. Metra trains on the BNSF line faced delays of up to an hour, officials said.

  Barriers block the train crossing at the corner of Stough Street and Hinsdale Avenue In Hinsdale. John Dietz/jdietz@dailyherald.com