Cochrane RCMP is investigating an incident that took place June 22, leaving a 29-year-old woman from Morley, Alta. in serious, but stable condition.
At 5:30 a.m., local RCMP responded to a train collision with the woman, who was reported to be lying on the train tracks in Morley.
The train crew, upon observing the woman lying on the tracks, tried to stop but were unable to do so in time.
It is estimated that the train was estimated to be travelling 30 km/hr at the time of the collision.
Corp. Mel Calahasen with the Cochrane RCMP said alcohol was a factor and they are continuing their investigation. RCMP believe that another person was present at the time of the collision.
The woman was transported to Foothills Hospital in Calgary by STARS Air Ambulance.
Her condition is reported to be in ‘stable condition.’
