A teenage boy died after being struck by a train.
First responders, including South Bend Police, were called to the area of Lincoln Way East and Robinson Street around 8:45 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 16.
Upon arrival, officers located a male victim, who was ultimately pronounced dead.
The victim has been identified as Joaquin Edwards, 16, of South Bend. He was a junior at Adams High School.
While initial evidence suggests this incident was a tragic accident, Norfolk Southern will conduct a full investigation.
South Bend Schools issued the following statement:
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