A New Jersey Transit train operator tragically lost their life and nearly two dozen passengers were injured after the train collided with a fallen tree on the tracks. The incident is under investigation, and the cause of the tree being on the tracks is yet to be determined.
A somber incident occurred on Monday in New Jersey, as a New Jersey Transit train operator lost their life and nearly two dozen passengers sustained injuries after a train collided with a fallen tree on the tracks. The incident transpired around 6 a.m. on the River Line near the Roebling station outside of Trenton.
Governor Phil Murphy expressed his condolences and acknowledged the ongoing investigation into the accident. "Our prayers are with all affected by this tragic incident," he stated.
Tragic Incident: NJ Transit Train Collides with Fallen Tree, Resulting in Fatality and Injuries
According to NJ Transit, out of the 42 individuals on board, 23 passengers suffered non-life-threatening injuries, primarily minor. The train operator was regrettably pronounced deceased. The remaining 19 passengers were transported via bus, while New Jersey Transit Police assumed responsibility for the investigation.
The cause behind the fallen tree's presence on the tracks remains undetermined. NJ Transit promptly suspended River Line service in both directions between Trenton and Florence stations, implementing substitute bus service due to additional downed trees near Roebling.
Tragic Incident: NJ Transit Train Collides with Fallen Tree, Resulting in Fatality and Injuries
The River Line branch of New Jersey Transit serves as a crucial transportation link between Trenton and Camden, New Jersey. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident to ascertain the factors that contributed to this tragic loss and injuries.
