A tragic accident occurred in upstate New York on Friday night when an Amtrak train collided with a car, resulting in the deaths of three people, including a 6-year-old child. Despite attempts to save them, all three were pronounced dead at the scene. The victims were a 69-year-old man, a 66-year-old woman, and a 6-year-old boy. The cause of the accident is still under investigation.
The accident occurred when the northbound Amtrak train, traveling from New York City to Niagara, struck the car at the intersection of Felton Street and River Road. Emergency responders arrived quickly, but unfortunately, they were unable to save the occupants of the car.
The identities of the victims have not been released, and the police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident. It is not yet clear why the car was on the train tracks.
The train was carrying 21 passengers and crew members, but none of them were injured. The Federal Transit Administration and other agencies are working together to determine the cause of the accident.
The North Tonawanda Police Chief, Keith Glass, expressed his condolences and concern for the first responders who witnessed the tragic event. He announced that counseling services will be available for the police department, fire department, and EMTs to help them cope with the trauma.
The investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
