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NTSB Opens Investigation Into Death of Amtrak Worker Struck by Train in Lancaster County

Officials have not determined the cause or manner of death as an autopsy is pending.

Overview

  • The victim was identified by the Lancaster County coroner as Jeremy Charles, 39, of Holtwood.
  • According to the coroner, he was an Amtrak maintenance employee walking on the tracks and working with a crew when he was struck.
  • The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. Monday near Greenfield Road and Old Philadelphia Pike by High Steel in East Lampeter Township.
  • Charles was pronounced dead at the scene, and the National Transportation Safety Board said it is sending a team to investigate.
  • Amtrak issued a statement of condolence and suspended Keystone Service for the rest of Monday during the investigation.