Skip to Content

Police: Man killed after trying to crawl under train

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) - Police believe a man trying to crawl under a train was killed Saturday in Idaho Falls.

Idaho Falls police spokesperson Jessica Clements says it happened along the railroad tracks near North Emerson Avenue and Sunset Drive. 

After investigation, she say it appears the man was attempting to crawl under the train when the train began moving, ultimately killing him.

The man was not employed by the railroad, nor did he have any business being at the rail yard at the time.

His name was not released. 

The death does not appear to be suspicious in nature.

Article Topic Follows: Idaho Falls

Jump to comments ↓

Author Profile Photo

News Team

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KIFI Local News 8 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.

Skip to content