ID Released For Northern Westchester Woman Struck, Killed By Train

The identity of a woman killed after being hit by a Metro-North train in Northern Westchester has been released.

The incident happened in Peekskill at the Hudson Avenue rail crossing.
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01/31/2023 1:00 p.m.

Earlier Report - Update: Person Killed By Train In Peekskill, Metro-North Service Resumes

The woman is identified as 59-year-old Anna Hongach of Peekskill, who was hit by a Metro-North train on Monday, Jan. 30 around 6 a.m. in Peekskill at the Hudson Avenue crossing, Metro-North officials said.

Officials have not yet revealed why she was on the tracks, or how she got there. An investigation into the incident is still ongoing.

The incident caused delays of up to 15 to 20 minutes on the Hudson Line until around 10 a.m.

This continues to be a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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