Michigan man hit, killed by Amtrak train in Royal Oak
A 44-year-old Pontiac man was struck and killed by an Amtrak train in Royal Oak over the weekend.
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A 44-year-old Pontiac man was struck and killed by an Amtrak train in Royal Oak over the weekend.
As crews make track improvements, Amtrak travel between Detroit and Chicago will be limited later this year.
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Michigan State Police say it appears the train struck a disabled vehicle in its path.
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According to Amtrak, the man was standing on the tracks near Webster Street.
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"This is an unthinkable tragedy. Rachel was a wonderful mother, daughter, sister, wife and friend. She was devoted to her family," read the statement.
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