Mexico City, Mexico – December 12, 2025 – The Mexico City Collective Transportation System (STC Metro) temporarily suspended service on Line 7 this afternoon, following an incident at Tacuba station. The suspension was initiated to facilitate the rescue of a person who reportedly jumped onto the tracks.
Incident at Tacuba Station Prompts Service Suspension
The incident occurred at approximately 13:17 hours at Tacuba station, a key interchange point for Line 7, also known as the “Orange Line.” Emergency personnel from the Metro system were immediately dispatched to the scene to conduct rescue operations. According to reports from N+, the individual, a woman over 30 years old, was rescued alive.
Metro CDMX Confirms Suspension and Rescue Efforts
Metro CDMX officially announced the service suspension via its social media channels, stating: “#AvisoMetro: Service is temporarily suspended on Line 7. We are carrying out maneuvers to rescue a person who allegedly jumped in front of the train.” The authority urged passengers to take precautions due to potential delays.
Despite the official announcement of service restoration at 13:17, several passengers reported continued delays and halted trains. User @Atticus_321 on social media indicated being stuck for over 20 minutes at Auditorio station, while @AmbrizFercho reported a similar situation with their train stopped at Aquiles Serdán.
Service Restored, but Passenger Delays Persist
While the Metro system declared the full restoration of service across all stations on Line 7, the reports from passengers suggest that the aftermath of the incident led to lingering disruptions. The prompt response by emergency services ensured the person’s rescue, averting a more tragic outcome.
This incident underscores the challenges faced by large urban transit systems and the critical importance of rapid response protocols in emergency situations. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the event.
Source: nmas.com.mx
