South Austin Pedestrian Train Hit Report, Rescuers Search for Victim

Austin, Texas – First responders are searching for a victim after reports of a train hitting a pedestrian in South Austin.

Austin-Travis County Ambulance Services says the collision was reported around 5:40 AM near W. Mary Street and 7th Street.

The train stopped and the crews searched for the pedestrian, but the victim was not found, so they requested the help of a thermal imaging drone.

The EMS has cleared the scene, but Austin police and firefighters are already there and the drone is still looking for the victim.

Expect delays and avoid the area if you can.

This is an evolving story. Stay tuned.