Boston Green Line Delays Resolved, Service Adapting

Green Line B Branch trains delayed 15 minutes near BU East due to police activity Sunday

Green Line B Delays 15 Minutes at BU East

Boston's Green Line B Branch experienced 15-minute delays near BU East station Sunday due to police activity, transit officials said. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority reported trains stood by at stations while authorities addressed the situation. The MBTA didn't specify the nature of the police activity or how many trains were affected.

Service Alert Issued for Commonwealth Avenue Corridor

The disruption affected the Green Line B Branch, which serves Boston University and runs along Commonwealth Avenue from Boston College to Park Street. BU East station is a key stop serving Boston University's campus and surrounding neighborhoods. Transit agencies routinely experience brief delays due to police activity, medical emergencies, or other incidents requiring trains to stand by at stations. Officials didn't provide details about what prompted the police response.

Minor Disruption Affects Sunday Commuters

The 15-minute delays were considered a minor disruption in transit operations, according to the transit agency. Officials didn't specify how many passengers were impacted by the service interruption. The MBTA issued the alert through its official social media channels to inform riders of the delays. The agency didn't provide an estimated time for when normal service would resume.

Resolution Timeline Not Specified

The MBTA didn't announce when the delays were resolved or normal service resumed. The agency typically provides real-time alerts for active incidents but doesn't always follow up with resolution details for minor disruptions. Officials said trains were standing by at stations during the police activity.

Riders Advised to Check for Updates

Passengers were advised to plan for additional travel time during the disruption. The MBTA posted updates through its official social media channels as the situation developed. Moovit provides real-time service alerts and alternative route suggestions for MBTA riders experiencing delays on the Green Line.