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Pedestrian Fatally Struck by MetroLink Train Near Central West End Station
ST. LOUIS, MO – A tragic incident occurred Tuesday near the Central West End MetroLink Station, where a pedestrian was fatally struck by a MetroLink train in the vicinity of IKEA on Vandeventer Avenue at Market Street.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene following reports of a train collision involving a pedestrian.
Despite efforts from first responders, the male victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.
His identity has not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.
Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, including how and why the individual was on the tracks.
As a result of the incident, MetroLink service has been temporarily suspended between the Central West End and Grand Stations.
To accommodate passengers, bus shuttles are being provided for transportation between these stations. Commuters should anticipate delays of up to 60 minutes.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
WALKER COUNTY, Ala. — Alabama State Troopers are investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that claimed the life of a 63-year-old man Thursday evening in Walker County.
Authorities identified the victim as Roger D. Naramore, a resident of Nauvoo, Alabama.
The collision occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Alabama Highway 5, approximately five miles north of Jasper.
According to Senior Trooper Gregory Corble, Naramore was operating a Suzuki VZ800 motorcycle when he collided with a Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by 32-year-old Kayla House.
Emergency personnel responded to the scene, but Naramore was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of his injuries.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.