Investigation underway after 18-year-old struck by GO train in Toronto’s east end
Toronto police said they were called to Monarch Park at about 10:20 p.m. for reports that somebody had been hit by a train.
An 18-year-old lost their life after being struck by a GO train in Toronto's east end on Tuesday evening, according to local police. Toronto police responded to Monarch Park around 10:20 p.m. following reports of someone being hit by a train. The park is located to the south of Coxwell Subway Station and borders the GO Transit Lakeshore East train line.
Police investigations are currently underway with few details provided. Metrolinx, the provincial transit agency, expressed condolences stating, "Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of this individual, and with our employees and first responders that were affected by this event." Police indicated the incident was believed to be accidental, but would provide further updates if their investigation revealed criminal activity.
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