A train operator was killed and at least 16 others injured when a tree fell onto a New Jersey Transit Light Rail Train in Mansfield Township, New Jersey on Monday morning.
Initial reports said a tree came down on the train while on the track.Chopper 6 was overhead, where a large piece of a tree could be seen under the front of the train.
Emergency crews were on scene and Action News, the sister station of abc7NY is working to find more details as they become available."At approximately 6:04 a.m., a River LINE train traveling southbound from Trenton struck a tree north of Roebling Station. Of the 36 customers on board ,16 sustained non life-threatening injuries. The train operator is confirmed deceased. The remaining 20 passengers were accommodated by a bus. New Jersey Transit Police are on scene and investigating.
NJ Transit River Line is suspended in both directions. Route 130 southbound is also closed near the scene.Governor Phil Murphy released a statement on social media saying, "I have been briefed on an accident on the @NJTRANSIT_RL earlier today in which the light rail struck a tree on the tracks, leading to the death of the train operator and injuring passengers. An investigation is underway. Our prayers are with all affected by this tragic incident."
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