Tragedy struck in Matthews as a pedestrian was hit and killed by a passing train, local authorities confirmed. The fatal incident occurred around 8 p.m. near the intersection of East Charles Street and Crestdale Road, as detailed in reports from multiple sources.
According to WCNC, the Matthews Police Department identified the victim as 36-year-old Kellen Truman. Investigators reported that Truman was fatally struck while walking on or near the railroad tracks. The circumstances leading up to the incident have yet to be fully disclosed to the public.
Emergency responders, including MEDIC, pronounced the man dead at the scene. A statement obtained by WBTV confirmed that their team responded to the location of the crash, whereupon arrival they found no measures could save the struck individual.
WSOCTV further relayed police details, noting that Kellen Truman Crosson, whom the records confirmed resided in Matthews, died in the accident. Preliminary investigations suggest Truman was on or near the train tracks when hit, but authorities have yet to clarify to conclusively say why he was in such a perilously close proximity to the oncoming train.
No additional information has been released regarding the details of the accident or if any disruptions to train service will ensue. Matthews police are continuing their investigation into the exact cause of the incident. This accident serves as a somber reminder of the potential dangers present in the spaces where the paths of people and trains intersect.
