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MTA Train Collision Leaves 60 Injured

'EXTENSIVE DAMAGE'

At least five in critical condition.

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Christian Abraham/The Connecticut Post, via AP

Eight people remain hospitalized—three in critical condition—after two commuter trains carrying more than 700 people collided Friday night, according to Connecticut Governor Malloy. Speaking to press Saturday, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority reported “extensive infrastructure damage," that will keep normal service from returning until a "full investigation" is complete.

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