Deadly Houston train-pedestrian crash: Trespasser killed on Melbourne Street
The Brief
Houston police are investigating following a deadly pedestrian vs. train crash.
The crash occurred in the 3500 block of Melbourne Street.
Officials said the call came in just before 4:15 p.m.
HOUSTON - Union Pacific officials said a trespasser on Union Pacific property was struck and killed by a train on Friday.
What we know
According to authorities, the crash occurred in the 3500 block of Melbourne Street.
Officials said the call came in just before 4:15 p.m.
Union Pacific officials said the trespasser on Union Pacific property was struck and killed by a train.
The train crew was not injured and support is being offered to crew members operating the train at the time of the incident.
What we don't know
Officials have not provided the name of the person who was killed.
The Source
Information from the Houston Police Department and Union Pacific officials.

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