Katie Keough Killed in Tuscaloosa, AL Train Accident
Tuscaloosa, AL -- An incident involving a train left 20-year-old LSU student, Katie Keough dead in Tuscaloosa, AL Monday, January 9, 2017.
Mrs. Keough was allegedly struck by the train at the intersection of 10th Avenue and 14th Street, according to the report. Witness accounts claim the woman was attempting to cross the track about 11:30 p.m. when she was hit. A bystander reportedly attempted life saving procedures on the woman, but her injuries were too extensive. Mrs. Keough died some time later.
The incident left a portion of the tracks closed for several hours.
The exact cause of the incident is unclear, and officials hope to learn more pending the investigation.
The media report provided no further information.
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