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A man in his 40s died on Saturday after falling onto the tracks at a Montreal metro station and being struck by an oncoming train. The incident took place at the Lionel-Groulx subway station, and Montreal’s transit authority is now investigating the circumstances of the fatal collision.
Man Unable to Reach Platform Before Train Arrived
According to the Société de transport de Montréal, the man fell onto the tracks and could not climb back onto the platform in time. A train then struck him before he could reach safety.
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Montreal police confirmed the victim’s age and said the death appeared accidental. A police spokesperson stated that surveillance camera footage showed no one pushed the man. As a result, authorities found no criminal element in the incident.
Transit Authority Launches Investigation
The Société de transport de Montréal confirmed it is actively investigating the events that led to the collision. Officials have not yet released further details about what caused the man to fall onto the tracks.
Meanwhile, the transit agency used the incident as an opportunity to remind passengers about platform safety. Officials urged riders to stay behind the yellow lines at all times and to keep a safe distance from approaching trains.
Fatal incidents on metro tracks remain a serious concern for transit systems across Canada. However, authorities in this case moved quickly to rule out foul play and focus their attention on understanding the exact sequence of events. The Lionel-Groulx station serves as a major transfer point in Montreal’s metro network, connecting two of the city’s busiest subway lines.
The Société de transport de Montréal has not indicated a timeline for completing its investigation. Further findings will likely determine whether any changes to platform safety measures are necessary at the station or across the broader metro system.
