Crime & Safety

Amtrak Train Hits 18-Wheeler in Austell

No injuries were reported among the train's passengers.

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An Amtrak train hit an 18-wheeler in Austell at 9:14 a.m., according to Austell police.

Rescue crews are on the scene.

Police Chief Bob Starrett said none of the 70 passengers on the train were injured.

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Starrett said it's unclear why the truck driver pulled in front of the train.

"This usually happens two or three times a year," in Austell, Starrett said.

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