Pedestrian Dies After Train Strike Near Godfrey Crossing

GODFREY — A pedestrian died early Saturday after being struck by a train in Godfrey, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office said.

The sheriff’s office was called to the scene at around 5:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, after a person was struck by a train, Madison County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Marcos Pulido said.

Pulido said a preliminary investigation found that the train had just crossed the Tolle Lane railroad crossing when, about one-third of a mile beyond it, it struck a pedestrian already on the tracks.

"Unfortunately, the pedestrian died on scene," Pulido added.

"This remains an active investigation, and at this time, nothing further is being released," the chief deputy said.