Man Seriously Injured After Being Hit by Train in Grand Island

Incident occurred at railroad crossing near Third Street and Broadwell Avenue

Mar. 22, 2026 at 8:19pm

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A 35-year-old man was transported to the hospital with serious injuries on Sunday afternoon after being struck by a train in Grand Island, Nebraska. The incident occurred at around 1:09 PM at a railroad crossing near the intersection of Third Street and Broadwell Avenue.

Why it matters

Train-pedestrian collisions can have devastating consequences, highlighting the need for improved safety measures and public awareness around railroad crossings. This incident raises questions about the circumstances leading to the collision and what can be done to prevent similar accidents in the future.

The details

According to the Grand Island Fire Department, the 35-year-old man suffered serious injuries after being hit by the train at the railroad crossing. Emergency responders were called to the scene and the man was transported to the hospital for treatment. The tracks in the area were closed as police investigated the incident.

  • The incident occurred at around 1:09 PM on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

The players

Grand Island Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to the incident and transported the injured man to the hospital.

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What’s next

The police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision, and the tracks in the area remain closed as the investigation is ongoing.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the importance of safety measures and public awareness around railroad crossings, as well as the need for ongoing efforts to prevent such accidents and protect pedestrians in the future.