Police Investigate After Person Hit by MBTA Train

Incident leads to train cancellations on Haverhill commuter rail line

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Authorities are investigating an incident where a pedestrian was struck by an MBTA commuter train in Haverhill, Massachusetts. The incident has led to the cancellation of at least one train on the Haverhill Line, with passengers being transferred to a different train. Emergency responders are on the scene, but the condition of the person who was hit is currently unknown.

Why it matters

Train incidents involving pedestrians can have serious consequences and often lead to service disruptions that impact commuters. This event highlights the need for safety measures and awareness around rail lines, as well as the challenges faced by transit agencies in responding to such incidents.

The details

According to reports, Haverhill Line train 1216 from Reading was cancelled due to 'police activity on the right of way.' The Haverhill Fire Department confirmed that a pedestrian had been struck by the train. Aerial video showed the stopped train and multiple police cruisers at the scene in the Bradford area.

  • The incident occurred on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

The players

MBTA

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, the public agency that operates public transportation services in the Greater Boston area, including the commuter rail system where the incident took place.

Haverhill Fire Department

The fire department that responded to the scene and confirmed a pedestrian had been struck by the train.

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What’s next

Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident, and the MBTA is working to restore normal service on the Haverhill Line.

The takeaway

This event underscores the importance of safety around rail infrastructure and the challenges transit agencies face in responding to such incidents, which can significantly disrupt service and impact commuters.