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FrontRunner hits pedestrian in Orem, causing commuter delays

A FrontRunner train hit someone in Orem on Wednesday morning, causing “significant delays” to train service. No details about the person’s condition were released.

The accident occurred about 8:30 a.m. when the person was struck by a northbound train at the Orem Central Station at 1350 W. 900 South.

FR Alert 8:35 am: In addition to previous delays, expect significant delays NB from Orem - SL Central due to a FR vs Person incident at Orem Station.

According to a UTA spokesman, the victim is believed to have walked in front of the train and was pinned underneath it.