A disabled vehicle on Kankakee River Road in Wilmington was struck by a southbound Amtrak train Thursday evening. It happened about 6:30 pm on the Union Pacific line.

The vehicle’s owner said the car broke down while crossing the tracks. Just after the driver got out of the car, the crossing gates activated and began to come down, signaling the approaching Amtrak train. The driver was able to move out of the way before the collision occurred.

There were no injuries to any employees or passengers on the train. After inspection by the Union Pacific railroad the Amtrak train was allowed to continue on its route.

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