Train vs Pedestrian
 
By Deputy Chief Chris Howell
September 18, 2024
 

Yesterday at 2:52 pm, Pingree Grove & Countryside was dispatched to Coombs Rd & Brindlewood Ln for a Train vs. a pedestrian. On arrival, Pingree Personnel confirmed a fatality on the Scene. Personnel assisted the Kane County Sheriff's Office, Kane County Coroner, and the CP Railroad with their investigation. Coombs Rd and Highland Ave were closed for over 3 hours. The call is still under investigation.

Responding for Pingree Grove:
-Chief 1202
-Engine 1214
-Engine 1213
-Ambulance 1253
-UTV 1230

Assisting Pingree Grove:
-Hampshire Chief 1402 and Chaplain
-Kane County Sheriff's
-Canadian Pacific Police Department
-Kane County Office of Emergency Management
-Kane County Coroner

Covering Pingree Grove Stations:
-Hampshire Ambulance
-Rutland/Dundee Ambulance