Train Strikes Pedestrian, Blocks Ocala Crossings, Police Say

OCALA, Fla. – A pedestrian was struck by a freight train in northeast Ocala on Thursday, leaving multiple railroad crossings blocked, according to police.

The incident closed crossings at NE 8th Avenue, NE 19th Avenue and NE 25th Avenue Thursday morning. Motorists should anticipate delays and take alternate routes while the crossings remain blocked.

Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

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