Plainfield, N.J. – Early Friday morning, a tragic incident occurred at the Plainfield NJ Transit station when a train on the Raritan Valley Line struck a trespasser on the tracks. The collision happened at approximately 5:40 a.m., resulting in the victim’s death.

Train details and immediate response

The train involved was Raritan Valley Line train 5406, which had departed Raritan at 5:09 a.m. and was scheduled to arrive at Newark Penn Station at 6:08 a.m. No crew members or the roughly 40 passengers aboard the train were injured. NJ Transit police quickly took charge of the investigation, treating the incident as a fatality involving a trespasser.

Service impact

Following the collision, NJ Transit suspended service on the Raritan Valley Line in both directions while crews cleared the track and investigators gathered evidence. Service has since resumed, though riders should expect possible delays of up to 45 minutes as police continue their inquiry.

Community reaction and safety reminder

Local officials and transit authorities emphasized the importance of staying off train tracks and using designated crossing points. While the investigation is ongoing, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with trespassing on active rail lines.

Next steps

NJ Transit police will continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatality. The agency has not released the identity of the deceased, pending notification of next‑of‑kin. Commuters are encouraged to stay informed about service updates through NJ Transit’s official channels.

Original reporting: Brookhaven News – ABC7 New York — read the source article.