AUSTIN, TX – One person died Tuesday night from injuries sustained when a train struck them in south-central Austin, reports ATCEMS.
Train vs Pedestrian Incident at 5900-blk Rubicon Run (22:42). #ATCEMS & @AustinFireInfo responded to a reported person struck by a train. A deceased on scene pronouncement has been obtained for an adult patient. No other information available, EMS is no longer on scene. pic.twitter.com/Vilcc7xLCY — ATCEMS (@ATCEMS) July 17, 2024
The incident happened around 10:42 p.m. on the tracks that run near the 5900 block of Rubicon Run. This is just south of West Stassney Lane and east of Crockett High School.
Police haven’t yet shared any details regarding the circumstances of the crash. It’s not yet clear why the pedestrian was on the tracks when the train approached.
Additionally, authorities haven’t disclosed the name of the victim, whom they say died at the scene.
A full investigation is underway.
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