Man killed Sunday morning by light rail train in Jersey City
No injuries were reported to the approximately 44 customers or the operator on board the light rail vehicle, officials said.
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Currently, service is suspended between Richard Street and Liberty State Park. Substitute bus service is being provided.
New Jersey Transit Police are leading the investigation, according to transit officials.
This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: Man killed by light rail train in Jersey City
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