Pedestrian killed by RTD A Line train in Denver

Bus shuttles replace train service as investigation continues

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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A pedestrian was struck and killed by an RTD A Line train in Denver on Monday morning near Smith Road and Dahlia Street. RTD has replaced train service between Union Station and Central Park Station with bus shuttles as the investigation continues, though train service remains in place between Central Park Station and Denver Airport Station. No one on the train was injured.

Why it matters

This tragic incident raises concerns about pedestrian safety around public transit lines, especially in urban areas with high foot traffic. It also highlights the disruptions that such events can cause to commuter rail service.

The details

Few details were immediately available, but Denver police confirmed the collision killed the pedestrian just before 10 a.m. RTD said there were 24 people on the train at the time, headed toward Denver International Airport, and no one on the train was injured.

  • The incident occurred just before 10 a.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026.

The players

RTD

The Regional Transportation District, which operates the A Line commuter rail service in Denver.

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What’s next

The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the pedestrian's death is ongoing.

The takeaway

This tragic event underscores the need for increased safety measures and public awareness around public transit lines to prevent similar incidents in the future and ensure the safe passage of both passengers and pedestrians.