On March 4, 2025, BART suspended service between North Berkeley and Richmond following an incident at the El Cerrito Plaza station where a train reportedly collided with an individual. The closure was confirmed as of 8:37 a.m., with trains being turned back at North Berkeley and the El Cerrito Plaza station remaining closed for further investigation. AC Transit provided alternative transportation by honoring BART fares on select lines. Details regarding the individual involved have not been disclosed at this time, and further updates are expected.
BART shut down the El Cerrito Plaza station and service between North Berkeley and Richmond after a train apparently hit a person on the tracks.
Officials indicated that a collision involving a train occurred when an individual went onto the tracks at El Cerrito Plaza, prompting the service closure.
Service disruptions extended past 9 a.m., with trains being turned back at North Berkeley station; AC Transit honored BART fares for affected lines.
BART spokesperson Chris Filippi confirmed the incident, adding that detailed information about the individual affected was not immediately available.
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