Person struck by Metro outside Ft. Totten; Red Line partially suspended

A person died after being struck by a Metro train outside Fort Totten Thursday night, according to D.C. Fire and EMS.

The train came to a stop about 1000 feet from the station. Passengers had to be evacuated by D.C. Fire and EMS.

Metro rail service was suspended between Brookland and Silver Spring stations. Shuttle buses were requested, according to Metro.

One passenger was evaluated by authorities.