ATLANTA — A person died Monday afternoon after firefighters say the pedestrian was hit by a train.
The accident happened around 12:15 p.m. off Howard Street and Blayton Circle in northwest Atlanta.
Atlanta Fire and Rescue spokesperson told Channel 2 Action News that the pedestrian has died. They have not identified the person.
NewsChopper 2 flew over the scene CSX officials are investigating.
“CSX extends its deepest sympathies to those impacted by this incident. This is an unfortunate reminder of the very real dangers of trespassing on railroad property. CSX appreciates the swift action of local first responders. The incident is under investigation,” officials said.
This is the second crash involving a CSX train on Monday. Two men were hit by a train on Monday morning and rushed to the hospital in Cobb County.