Collision between LRT train and truck in downtown Kitchener

A driver has been charged after a LRT train was forced off the tracks in Kitchener. CTV’s Heather Senoran reports.

An ION train was pushed off the tracks Tuesday morning on King Street West in Kitchener.

According to the Region of Waterloo, the LRT hit a passenger truck at Agnes Street around 11 a.m.

The impact forced the train far off the tracks.

At first, Waterloo Regional Police indicated minor injuries had been reported. In an update hours later, they said no one was hurt.

“Service is not running between Willis Way/Waterloo Public Square Station and Kitchener Market Station,” the region said in an email to CTV News. “Replacement buses are running.”

They also warned riders that the collision could impact travel between Kitchener and Waterloo.

“Work to restore ION service is underway; we expect the disruption could extend into this evening,” the message continued.

Police said a 41-year-old man was charged with careless driving.