A woman has been critically injured after her vehicle was struck by a train on Friday afternoon in Memphis, as reported by multiple sources. The crash occurred near the intersection of Pershing Avenue and Scott Street, in the neighborhood of Binghampton. Action News 5 noted that the incident took place just after 2 p.m., and the injured woman was subsequently rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
The Memphis Police Department (MPD) confirmed that the train, belonging to Canadian National, collided with the car while it was still on the tracks. Officers arrived to find the vehicle had been struck, and a woman, suffering from severe injuries, was transported to Regional One Health in critical condition, according to statements obtained by FOX13 Memphis. The police have since urged motorists to steer clear of the area as traffic is likely to be affected, during their investigation of the crash.
The specifics of what led to the tragic event remain unclear, but it has prompted a full closure of the intersection as per the ongoing investigation, which was confirmed by WREG. Authorities have not yet released further details on the possible causes of the accident or the current state of the woman's injuries.
While the investigation continues to piece together the moments leading up to the crash, local residents have been reminded to avoid the area around Pershing and Scott due to the investigation. The circumstances under which the vehicle came to be on the tracks at the moment of the collision, remain a focal point for authorities. Local commuters are facing delays, and alternate routes are recommended until the intersection is reopened.
