CHARLOTTE — A person had died after being hit by a train in south Charlotte Thursday morning, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
This incident occurred just after 5:15 a.m. on South Boulevard near Arrowood Road.
The victim has been identified as 33-year-old Denzel Rayshawn Walker.
An initial investigation indicates that Walker was walking across the railroad tracks when he was struck by a train.
The train crossing was active and the crossing arms were down at the time of the incident, according to police.
CMPD said the investigation is still active and ongoing.
Anyone who person who witnessed the crash or has information about this crash is asked to call Detective Worthy at 704-432-2169, Ext. 4.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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