Boy Struck, Killed By NJ Transit Train

A boy was struck and killed by an NJ Transit train early Thursday, Aug. 8 in Burlington County, officials said.

NJ Transit Police
Photo Credit: *Cecilia Levine*

08/08/2024 11:59 a.m.

The crash happened just before 8:20 a.m. and involved a northbound River LINE train at Chestnut Street crossing in Palmyra, NJ Transit spokesman Kyalo Mulumba said.

There were no injuries reported to the 28 customers or the operator on board the light rail vehicle.

River LINE service is suspended between Cinnaminson and Route 73 and is subject to up to 30-minute delays in both directions. Substitute bus service is being provided between Cinnaminson and Route 73. New Jersey Transit Police are investigating.

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