3 people hospitalized after train accident

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) – Three people were hospitalized following a train crash in the area of US-501 and Graves Mill Road on Monday, Nov. 25.

The Lynchburg Police Department and Lynchburg Fire Department responded to reports of a train crash involving pedestrians at 7:30 p.m. According to Lynchburg Police, three injured people were located.

According to Lynchburg Police, emergency medical assistance was provided and all three people were transported to Lynchburg General Hospital. Police said they did not know the condition of the individuals.

Police said one person was hit by the train, but it is not known whether the other two were hit or injured as they tried to escape the train.

The investigation into the accident continues.

The Lynchburg Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information regarding the incident is asked to contact Detective Bond at (434) 455-6161 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. Anonymous tips can be submitted online at: http://p3tips.comvia the P3 app on mobile devices or by texting CVCS to 738477 to receive a link to the anonymous tip form.

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