Pedestrian Killed by Union Pacific Train After Bypassing Crossing Gates in Provo

Overview

• Provo Police said a man in his 30s went around crossing barriers near 600 S Freedom Boulevard and was struck about 10:15 a.m.
• The collision occurred by Provo Central Station as the pedestrian was walking northbound, according to initial police details.
• Freedom Road at 600 South was closed to traffic for the on-scene response, with officials expecting a short closure.
• Trains, including UTA FrontRunner, continued operating on schedule despite the investigation at the crossing.
• Investigators remained on scene Thursday and have not disclosed the victim’s name or determined why he bypassed the gates.