Fatal train-pedestrian collision in SE Bend; Wilson Avenue closed, police advise of ‘extended delays’

By Barney Lerten

Published November 18, 2024 7:09 pm

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – A fatal train-pedestrian collision in southeast Bend Monday evening has closed Wilson Avenue in the area, police said.

The crash was reported around 5:45 p.m., according to PulsePoint and Bend Police Communications Manager Sheila Miller.

Police said in a post to X around 6 p.m. that “SE Wilson Avenue is currently closed in both directions in the area of the train tracks.”

“Traffic is being diverted to Ninth and Centennial, but please expect extended delays as officers investigate a fatal train vs. pedestrian crash,” the tweet concluded.

We’ll have more details as they are made available.

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Barney Lerten

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