DATE: 04/12/2025
SUBJECT: Train-Pedestrian Accident Under Investigation
RELEASE NUMBER: 2025-NR-0412
CONTACT: Lt. Brian Traylor
AUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson
On 04/12/2025 at 0625 hours deputies with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the area of Duesner Road and Zimmerman Road for an accident that involved a CSX train and a pedestrian. It was reported that the pedestrian was walking on the train tracks and the CSX train could not stop in time before striking the pedestrian. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased on scene.
Due to the area being flooded it was difficult for deputies and medical personel to respond to the location. With the assistance of the Perry Township Fire Department, utilizing their boats, deputies were able to get to the scene for the investigation.
Detectives and the Coroner’s Office arrived and took over the investigation, which is ongoing.