The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system announced a station closure at its Coliseum station on June 21, 2026, due to ongoing police activity. As a result, trains are currently bypassing the Coliseum station, preventing passengers from boarding or exiting at this location.
"There is a station closure at Coliseum due to police activity. Trains are not stopping at Coliseum," the official BART Alert account stated on social media.
This type of closure is typically enacted to ensure the safety of passengers and BART personnel during law enforcement operations. BART's protocols prioritize public safety, often leading to temporary service adjustments, including bypassing stations or halting trains, when police are actively investigating an incident within or near the transit system.
Commuters traveling to or from the Coliseum area, including those utilizing the Oakland Airport Connector, are advised to seek alternative transportation. The Oakland Airport Connector, which provides direct service between the Coliseum station and Oakland International Airport (OAK), is often impacted during disruptions at the Coliseum station. Past incidents of police activity at the Coliseum station have led to temporary suspensions of the connector service or significant delays.
BART frequently uses its "BART Alert" system, including social media channels and station announcements, to disseminate real-time information regarding service disruptions. Passengers are encouraged to monitor these alerts for updates on service restoration and any alternative travel instructions. The duration of such closures depends on the nature and resolution of the police incident.
