The person was found around 8:10 a.m., Friday, Jan. 13 on a westbound track, said MTA officials.
It is unknown if the person was struck by a train, officials said.
Trains were operating on a 15- to 20-minute delay as they worked around the track where the body was found, MTA said.
The incident is under investigation by the MTA police.
The identity of the person has not been released.
This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
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