Man Killed After Being Struck by Freight Train

A 49-year-old man from the Town of Hamburg was fatally struck by a CSX freight train on Sunday afternoon according to local police. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities said the incident happened near Cloverbank Road after CSX personnel contacted police at about 1:25pm to report that a person had stepped in front of one of their trains.

The victim’s name has not been released pending notification of relatives. Investigators said there is no evidence at this time suggesting foul play in the man’s death.

Detectives with the Town of Hamburg Police Department continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Officials noted that CSX is fully cooperating with police during the inquiry.

It is unknown at this time if the incident was a suicide attempt.

Man Killed After Being Struck by Freight Train