Man Stabbed on CTA Green Line Train

Victim hospitalized in fair condition after attack on Chicago transit

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A 44-year-old man was stabbed in the face while riding a CTA Green Line train in Chicago on Thursday night. The victim got off the train at the Cottage Grove station and was treated on scene by the Chicago Fire Department before being transported to the University of Chicago Hospital in fair condition. The circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation by Area One detectives.

Why it matters

Violent crime on public transportation is a major concern for Chicago residents and transit officials, as it can undermine confidence in the city's transit system and impact ridership. This incident highlights the need for continued safety measures and security presence on CTA trains and platforms.

The details

According to police, the victim was inside a CTA Green Line train car when another man stabbed him in the face. The attacker then fled the scene. The victim was able to get off the train at the Cottage Grove station, where he was treated by the Chicago Fire Department before being transported to the hospital.

  • The incident occurred on Thursday night.

The players

Chicago Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the stabbing incident on the CTA Green Line train.

Chicago Fire Department

The emergency medical services agency that treated the victim at the Cottage Grove station.

University of Chicago Hospital

The hospital where the 44-year-old victim was transported and treated in fair condition.

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What’s next

Area One detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the stabbing incident.

The takeaway

This attack on a CTA passenger highlights the ongoing challenges of maintaining safety and security on public transportation in Chicago, an issue that city officials and transit authorities will need to continue addressing to restore confidence in the system.