Commuter Rail Train Struck and Killed Pedestrian in Ayer

A man carrying his bike was struck and killed on train tracks Wednesday, May 2, 2018 in Ayer. The train was stopped in Ayer for the rest of the day while the investigation proceeded.

The man was struck by an incoming train, while Transit police state he was trespassing. He was transported to Nashoba Valley Medical Center where he was later died from his injuries.

All trains travelling through Ayer were cancelled until further notice. Crime scene tape was seen on the tracks pulled from one side to the other.

Although foul play is not suspected, a full and thorough investigation is still active and ongoing. Further details have not yet been made available to the public.

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