Person struck, trapped under SEPTA Route 13 trolley in West Philly

A person was struck and trapped under a SEPTA trolley, causing service interruptions early Monday, officials said. According to SEPTA officials, trolleys were being diverted after a Route 13 trolley struck an individual at the intersection of South 45th Street and Chester Avenue just after 9 a.m. on Monday. Train service was interrupted while the person was trapped under the trolley, officials said. T3: Shuttle buses have been requested to operate from 40th Street Portal to 49th Street amp; Woodland Avenue due to a major medical emergency. Expect delays and crowded conditions. Trolleys will utilize Woodland Avenue at 49th Street. SEPTA (@SEPTA) November 2, 2026 Officials did not immediately provide further information on the incident or the severity of this individual s injuries. But, a response to this incident was still ongoing as of about 9:30 a.m.