Traffic Section investigating fatal pedestrian collision

The EPS is investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian and a train that occurred earlier this morning in south Edmonton.

At approximately 3:45 a.m. today, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, Southeast Division officers responded to the report of a collision in the area of 34 Avenue and Gateway Boulevard. It was reported to police that a male pedestrian was walking southbound along the railway tracks just north of 34 Avenue when he was struck by a southbound freight train.

 

EMS responded and treated the pedestrian; however, the 19-year-old male succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

 

Officers with the EPS Major Collision Investigations Section continue to work with Canadian Pacific Railway investigators to investigate this collision. At this time, charges are not expected.

 

There is no additional information available at this time.

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