Newsletter Signup
Stay up to date on all the latest news from Boston.com
Shuttle buses called in after driver winds up on MBTA tracks at Savin Hill
Police said the driver was arrested around 12:30 p.m. and charged with unlicensed and negligent operation.
Red Line commuters were delayed Tuesday afternoon after a driver crashed onto the tracks at the Savin Hill Stop, transit officials said.
MBTA Transit Police shared a video of crews attempting to tow the black SUV off the right of way. Police said the driver was arrested around 12:30 p.m. and charged with unlicensed and negligent operation.
Around 1 p.m., the MBTA said shuttle buses would replace service between JFK/UMass and Ashmont while crews inspected the tracks for damage.
The T said maintenance personnel were making track repairs “and working to restore service as quickly and safely as possible,” just before 3 p.m.
Advertisement:
Just before 5 p.m., the shuttle buses were phased out, and regular service resumed between JFK and Ashmont. The Mattapan Trolley operated as scheduled throughout the delay.
To comment, please create a screen name in your profile
To comment, please verify your email address
Conversation
This discussion has ended. Please join elsewhere on Boston.com