A tragic incident occurred at the Avenue P subway station in Brooklyn’s Gravesend neighborhood in NY, where an individual was reportedly struck and killed by a subway train on Wednesday, May 13. This unfortunate event took place at approximately 1:45 p.m.
The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) received a call to respond to the incident. Due to the severity of the situation, uptown F trains were rerouted to accommodate emergency response activities and investigate the site of the occurrence.
According to the MTA, uptown F trains were rerouted along the D line between Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue and Broadway-Lafayette Street while crews responded to the incident. Some southbound F service was also shortened, with trains terminating at either 2nd Avenue or Church Avenue. Commuters traveling through South Brooklyn and into Manhattan experienced delays and were advised to allow for additional travel time. The MTA encouraged riders to monitor service alerts for the latest updates.
At this time, the specific details leading up to the incident, including the cause or any potential factors, have not been confirmed further. Updates regarding any additional injuries or the individuals involved remain limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at the Avenue P subway station?
A person was struck and killed by a subway train at the Avenue P station in Brooklyn.
Were any other injuries reported?
As of now, additional injuries have not been confirmed.
How did the incident affect train services?
Uptown F trains were rerouted following the incident to manage the situation.
Incident Details
- Location: Gravesend, Brooklyn, NYC — Avenue P Station in Brooklyn’s Gravesend
- Date: May 13, 2026 at 1:45 PM
- Type: News Report
- Property: Subway
- Injuries: 0 | Fatalities: 1
