November 20, 2023 – Nationwide Report®
A tragic motor vehicle accident occurred in Leander as a woman lost her life after being struck by a CapMetro train. The collision took place on Saturday near US Highway 183 between Sonny Drive and Farm-to-Market Road 2243.
Authorities received a report of a train-pedestrian fatal crash around noon. Upon arrival, officers discovered an unidentified female lying on the ground. She was fatally injured and was pronounced dead at the scene.
It is believed that she was crossing the railroad bridge when the train struck her. The only individuals on the train were the engineer and conductor. Leander police are working to identify the woman and notify her next of kin.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities advise avoiding the area due to traffic impacts. CapMetro confirmed rail delays and implemented a bus bridge between the Lakeline and Leander stations.
Source: KXAN