Pennsylvania Amtrak train kills three family members: police
Share and Follow

Three family members in Pennsylvania are dead after being struck by a train Thursday near Philadelphia. 

During a news conference, Bristol Borough Police Chief Joe Moors reported that three adults were tragically killed by an Amtrak train on its route from Boston, Mass., to Richmond, Va.

Moors confirmed to Fox News Digital they were all related.

Police were called to an area near the tracks at about 6 p.m. after receiving reports of people on the tracks.

As an officer was walking toward the people at about 6:10 p.m., the train hit and killed them, Moors said.

Officials told Fox News Digital it appeared the three people heard the train and could not get off the tracks in time.

They were all hit at the same time.

There were no reported injuries to the 236 passengers or crew onboard, an Amtrak spokesperson told Fox News Digital.

No officers were injured in the crash.

“Amtrak is working with the Bristol Borough Police Department to investigate the incident,” the spokesperson said.

Amtrak Police is leading the investigation.

The three people, who were all adults, have not yet been publicly identified.

In a travel advisory, Amtrak announced all rail traffic scheduled to depart New York and Philadelphia was being held.

In an advisory, Amtrak expressed regret for the incident, apologizing for any inconveniences caused and promising to share more information as it becomes accessible. The company also thanked the public for their understanding and patience during the difficult situation.

As of 11 p.m. Thursday, train service resumed.

On Wednesday, one person died after being hit by an Amtrak train in the same county.

The crash happened near Cornwells Heights Station, delaying train service in all directions for an hour.

There were no reported injuries to the 232 passengers or crew onboard, according to Amtrak.

Amtrak is working with the Bensalem Police Department to investigate. 

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Video: Delta flight makes emergency landing at LAX after engine catches fire

Video: Delta Plane Makes Urgent Landing at LAX as Engine Erupts in Flames

(KTLA) – A Delta flight made an emergency landing at the Los…
Deputy AG seeks Ghislaine Maxwell meeting in Epstein investigation

Deputy AG seeks Ghislaine Maxwell meeting in Epstein investigation

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Department of Justice…
Things to know about the release of federal documents related to MLK's assassination

Key Information on the Release of Federal Documents Regarding MLK’s Assassination

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Federal records related to the investigation into the…
Jet stream 'bulge' to trigger heat dome and triple digit temperatures

Jet Stream Shift to Cause Heat Dome, Leading to Temperatures in the 100s

A surge in the jet stream over the United States is expected…
Beyoncé dedicates her website to Malcolm-Jamal Warner as tributes pour in after actor's death

Beyoncé Honors Malcolm-Jamal Warner on Her Website Amid Tributes After Actor’s Passing

Beyoncé has featured a dedication to Malcolm-Jamal Warner, the “The Cosby Show”…
My husband still talks to his ex girlfriend -- and wants to visit her

My Husband Keeps in Touch with His Ex and Plans to Visit

DEAR ABBY: My husband, when he was a teenager about two decades…
Dentist charged with wife's fatal poisoning admitted to past drugging

Dentist Accused of Wife’s Fatal Poisoning Confessed to Previous Drugging

The Colorado dentist accused of killing his wife by poisoning allegedly admitted…
Hawaii's film industry looks for boost following 'Chief of War' premiere

Hawaii’s Film Industry Seeks Growth After ‘Chief of War’ Debut

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Following a devastating blow last legislative session, many lawmakers…