Durham Sheriffs Investigating Alleged Suicide by Train Situation

DURHAM, NC (Wednesday, August 5, 2026) — Durham County Sheriff’s Office investigators have cleared the scene along the railroad tracks near the intersection of Tom Clark Road and Redwood Road following a death investigation this evening.

At approximately 5:45 p.m., deputies responded to a report of a train-pedestrian collision in northern Durham County. Based on evidence gathered at the scene, investigators have determined the deceased, identified as a 48-year-old female, died by suicide after being struck by a Norfolk Southern train.

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. You can call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.