1 dead after freight train hits FedEx truck in South Side rail yard, CFD says
CHICAGO (WLS) -- One person was killed after a freight train struck a FedEx truck in a South Side rail yard Monday morning, the Chicago Fire Department said.
The incident occurred in a Norfolk and Southern rail yard at 350 West Garfield Boulevard.
Chopper 7 flew above the scene as firefighters responded to a reported pin-in situation. CFD said the semi-truck was stopped on the tracks when it was hit.
CFD said they are conducting a recovery operation.
Norfolk Southern released a statement saying, "Norfolk Southern is aware of an incident involving a truck driver at our 47th street intermodal facility in Chicago this morning. Our thoughts are with their family and colleagues during this difficult time. We are working with first responders at the scene, and will work with them to fully investigate the incident."
