SCOTTSBORO, Ala. — A woman is dead after being struck by a train in Scottsboro on Wednesday, according to local authorities.
Emergency responders were called to the scene near Ridgedale Road in Scottsboro at about 8:49 a.m. after reports that a pedestrian had been hit by a train. The woman was pronounced dead as a result of her injuries. Authorities have not yet released her identity pending notification of family members.
Officials said the incident remains under investigation.
The death marks another tragic reminder of the dangers associated with railroad tracks and crossings. Safety officials routinely urge the public to remain alert around active rail lines, obey warning signals, and avoid walking on railroad property except at designated crossings.
No additional information has been released at this time. SValleyNow will provide updates as more details become available from Scottsboro authorities.
