ATLANTA — MARTA temporarily shut down rail service at the Oakland City station after a person was hit Monday afternoon.
It happened around 2:20 p.m. on the northbound tracks. MARTA police confirmed the person died. Track power is down between Lakewood and West End stations.
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“MARTA Police are investigating but it appears the person jumped. MARTA Safety is on scene assisting MPD and Atlanta Fire Rescue,” MARTA said in a statement.
MARTA set up bus transportation from East Point to West End stations. The transportation agency also offered discounted Uber and Lyft rides with $8 credit. MARTA says it will be at least an hour before service is restored.
The name and age of the person who died have not been released.
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