On September 1, 2019 at approximately 10:50AM Transit Police officers assigned to the South District received a radio call to respond to Middleborough for a report of person possibly struck by a commuter rail train. Multiple Transit Police units responded along with Middleborough Fire & EMS. TPD personnel on scene report the following preliminary information: A male, age unknown at this time, while trespassing on the right of way was struck by an inbound commuter rail train on the Middleborough/Lakeville line. The male has been pronounced deceased as a result of injuries sustained.
Transit Police detectives are currently investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident.
Foul play is NOT suspected.
media inquiries should be directed to Superintendent Richard Sullivan at rsullivan@mbta.com
