Thursday, May 27, 2010

Pedestrian hit by train in Crystal Lake

The following press release was made by the Crystal Lake (Ill.) Police Department:

"On Thursday, May 27, 2010, at approximately 12:56 PM, the Crystal Lake Police and the Crystal Lake Fire-Rescue Department responded to the area of Pingree Road, approximately 300 feet east of the train crossing, for a report of a pedestrian struck by a train. Upon arrival, emergency personnel discovered the body of a male subject deceased at the scene. Train service was interrupted for approximately two hours while the scene was investigated. At this time there is no foul play suspected. This case remains under investigation by the Crystal Lake Police Department. The subject has been identified however his identity is withheld pending notification of family members. Identity to be released at a later date."

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