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***UPDATE***
The victim has been identified as 40-year-old Laureano Joronimo-Matias of Woodburn. Next of kin have been notified.
***ORIGINAL***
Friday, October 15, 2021 – Woodburn, OR - On Thursday, October 14, at approximately 7:20 p.m., a pedestrian was struck and killed by an Amtrak train at the Cleveland St./N. Front St. railroad crossing in Woodburn.
Witnesses indicated the victim went around the downed crossing arms, attempted to cross in front of an oncoming Amtrak train, and was struck near the intersection. The victim, not yet identified, is described as a 25 to 50-year-old Hispanic male adult of average build, with short black hair and facial hair, wearing a dark coat and blue jeans.
Woodburn Police are asking anyone with information on the victim and/or case to contact the Department at 503-982-2345 and reference case 21-11685.
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