Boston Green Line Delays — Service Adapting to Incident
MBTA Green Line B Branch faces 25-minute delays due to police activity at Allston Street
Green Line B Delays Hit 25 Minutes
Green Line B Branch riders faced 25-minute delays Saturday due to police activity on the right of way at Allston Street, transit officials said. Trains stood by at stations while authorities addressed the situation. The MBTA reported the disruption on social media Saturday morning, January 10, but didn't provide specific details about the nature of the police activity or how many passengers were affected.
Police Activity Disrupts Service
Police activity on transit right-of-way is a common cause of service disruptions across U.S. transit systems, requiring agencies to halt service for safety until police clear the scene. The B Branch runs from Park Street to Boston College, serving 24 stations across the route. The MBTA has experienced various service disruptions throughout 2024-2025, including infrastructure work, signal problems, and occasional police activity. Officials didn't say when they expected service to return to normal schedules.
Limited Information Released
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority announced the delays through its official social media channels but provided minimal details about the incident. Transit agencies typically release limited information about ongoing police activity for safety and security reasons. Information about alternative service options wasn't immediately available. The number of passengers affected by the delays wasn't provided by officials.
Saturday Morning Disruption
The delays began Saturday morning, January 10, 2026, though officials didn't say what time the police activity started. The MBTA hasn't announced an expected resolution time for the service disruption. Typical Saturday ridership figures for the Green Line B Branch weren't immediately available.
Riders Advised to Plan Ahead
Passengers using the Green Line B Branch should plan for extra travel time and expect continued delays until the situation is resolved. The MBTA advised riders to check for updates through official channels. Moovit provides real-time service alerts and alternative route suggestions for MBTA riders experiencing delays.
