An elderly couple killed in a tragic accident with their car when they were driving home from family Thanksgiving dinner. Officials believe that the freight train hit them near Miami, Kansas on Thursday night at 6:30 PM local time .
The elderly victims, from the Kansas City metro area were on their way home from Thanksgiving dinner when this accident happened; their adult son reportedly showed up at the scene after it had already started.
This call is especially hard for all the people involved, not just because of their loved one but also us on scene. Nobody wants to go out there and do this job said Captain Matthew Kelly with Miami County Sheriff’s Office.
The investigation into the tragedy is ongoing, but officials say they are working to make sure that no one else gets hurt. They have reached out and offered assistance in any way possible for those affected by this horrible event.
If you or a loved one were injured during the holiday weekend, You can contact the Accident Injury Legal Center to find out your legal rights.
Call the Accident Injury Legal Center Helpline at 855-906-3002.