JASPER COUNTY, INDIANA — A semi-truck driver was killed Saturday morning after an Amtrak train struck his truck at a railroad crossing near McCoysburg, Indiana. The train was carrying approximately 94 passengers at the time of the collision.
Jasper County Sheriff’s Department 911 Dispatch began receiving multiple calls at approximately 8:10 a.m. on April 18, 2026, reporting a train versus semi-truck collision in the area of County Road 210 East. A crew member aboard the Amtrak train also called in to report the collision.
Preliminary investigation indicates the semi-truck was traveling northbound on County Road 210 East when a westbound Amtrak train struck it as it crossed the tracks. The railroad crossing was equipped with standard railroad crossing signs and stop signs, both of which were confirmed to be in the upright position at the time of the crash.
The driver of the semi-truck was transported to IU Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana, where he later succumbed to his injuries. His identity is being withheld pending notification of family. Approximately four to five additional individuals sustained minor injuries and were treated at the scene without transport. Train passengers were safely evacuated and transported by bus to a secure location while the investigation was conducted.
Responding agencies included Jasper County EMS, Keener Township EMS, Wheatfield EMS, Francesville EMS, Monticello EMS, Benton County EMS, the Rensselaer Fire Department, the Jasper County Sheriff’s Department, and the Indiana State Police.
The investigation is ongoing and being led by the Jasper County Sheriff’s Department with assistance from Indiana State Police. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
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