Pedestrian struck by freight train in downtown Calgary

A Calgary Police Service logo is seen on a vehicle parked at headquarters in Calgary
A Calgary Police Service logo is seen on a vehicle parked at headquarters in Calgary, Alta., April 9, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

By News Staff

Posted Nov 7, 2024 8:59 pm.

Last Updated Nov 7, 2024 9:01 pm.

One person was rushed to hospital after being hit by a freight train in downtown Calgary on Thursday night.

Calgary police tell CityNews a person was struck near the rail crossing on 11 Street SW between 9 and 10 Avenue just after 6:30 p.m.

A male victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries, according to police.

The city said 11 Street SW was initially closed for the investigation, but the road reopened before 8 p.m.

Listen to 660 NewsRadio for the latest on this developing story.

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