LIRR service restored between Rockville Centre and Valley Stream after person hit by train, railroad says

Long Island Rail Road service has been restored between Rockville Centre and Valley Stream, after a previous suspension because a person was struck by a train Saturday morning, the railroad said.

Trains were suspended in both directions for about 10 minutes, according to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.

"Customers can expect residual delays of approximately 15 to 20 minutes," the railroad said in a tweet.

The person was struck on the tracks in Rockville Centre at 7:45 a.m., MTA officials said. Officials said the person survived and was taken to the hospital "responsive and alert" to be treated for injuries.

MTA police were investigating the crash.

By John Asbury

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