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MANHATTAN — A person was fatally struck by a train at Astor Place Tuesday evening, officials said.
The victim was hit by a downtown 6 train at about 5:30 p.m., according to the FDNY and MTA.
There was no immediate information on the person's identity or how the person fell in front of the subway.
Downtown 6 trains were running express from Grand Central to Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall after the incident.
Some southbound trains were also terminating at Third Avenue-138th Street in The Bronx and 86th Street.
Some southbound 5 trains were running on the 2 line from 149th Street-Grand Concourse to Nevins Street in Brooklyn.
Delays were also expected on the 4 and 3 lines.
Riders can check the MTA’s website for updates.
