NJ Transit Train Crashes into Hoboken Station, Several Injuries Reported

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Spencer Platt/Getty Images(HOBOKEN, N.J.) — A NJ Transit commuter train crashed into the Hoboken Station Thursday morning, according to New York City’s Office of Emergency Management.

New Jersey emergency’s management system is reporting more than 100 people were injured in the crash, and NJ Transit is reporting multiple passengers are trapped.

The crash seriously damaged the terminal itself, taking out a support beam in the building and causing a partial collapse of the roof that covers the tracks, ABC News’ WABC-TV reported.

Passengers will be evacuated from the terminal as the structural integrity of the roof is tested.

All NJ Transit service will be diverted to Secaucus Junction.

In addition, all PATH service at the Hoboken station is suspended. Passengers are advised to use NJ Transit Light Rail.

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