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SunRail train hits, kills motorcyclist in Orange County, troopers say

20-year-old victim pronounced dead at the scene

(KPRC2/Click2Houston.com)

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A 20-year-old motorcyclist was struck and killed Tuesday afternoon by a SunRail train, according the Florida Highway Patrol.

Troopers said a Honda motorcycle was stopped facing east on the railroad tracks at Intermodal Way and Central Florida Parkway around 12:42 p.m.

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At the same time, a SunRail train was traveling south on the tracks with the motorcycle in its direct path.

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As a result, the front of the train struck the motorcycle, troopers said. After the impact, the motorcycle became engulfed in flames.

The motorcyclist, identified as a 20-year-old Orlando man, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Troopers said there were 58 passengers on the train.

SunRail officials said that P328 NB is canceled due to the crash and that a “bus bridge” is being implemented between Sand Lake Rd and Poinciana stations. Trains will be running between DeLand and Sand Lake Rd. stations on time.

The crash remains under investigation.


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