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Update: Train service on the Green line between Branch Ave. and Southern Ave. stations has been restored, per Metro.
Metro Police says that preliminary investigations into the incident indicate the person was on the tracks intentionally.
Suitland: Prelim investigation indicates intentional act, possible suicide. Autopsy expected this afternoon, investigation continues. #wmata
— Metro Transit Police (@MetroTransitPD) September 14, 2016
Original: A Metrorail train fatally struck a man this morning. Police are currently investigating the incident as Green Line trains operate between Southern Avenue and Greenbelt stations only.
The train hit the man on the tracks between Naylor Road and Suitland stations. Officials responded to the incident around 5:40 a.m., according to a tweet from the Metro Transit Police. The man was pronounced dead on the scene.
The department currently has “no reason yet for why this person was on the tracks,” according to Metro.
Passengers can use Metrobus alternatives.
Metrobus alternatives at Suitland Rd: P12 to Addison Rd/Southern Ave; D12 to Southern Ave, K12 to Branch Ave 8:05a #wmata
— Metrorail Info (@Metrorailinfo) September 14, 2016
Metrobus alternatives at Naylor Rd: 30N, 34, 36, 39 to E Mkt/Archives; F14 to Addison Rd/Capitol Heights 8:05a #wmata
— Metrorail Info (@Metrorailinfo) September 14, 2016
