Train crash in New Jersey leaves scores injured
More than 100 people have been injured in a train crash in Hoboken, New Jersey, just across the river from Manhattan. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie confirmed that at least one person has died.
Roof collapse
About 250 people were onboard when the train smashed into the bumper at the end of the track. The force sent the train crashing into a metal roof structure between the platform and waiting area.
Investigators at the scene
Investigators from state and federal agencies arrived at the scene to inspect the damage. New Jersey Transit is behind fully implementing government rules requiring trains to have an automatic system to slow or stop trains when they are going too fast.
Mangle of metal
Passengers rushed to safety from the accident, navigating through a mangle of metal and debris. "It simply did not stop," local news WFAN anchor John Minko, who witnessed the crash, told 1010 WINS. "It went right through the barriers and into the reception area."
First responders at the scene
At least 100 people were injured, several seriously. The injured were brought to two local hospitals. Many of those on the train had "walking types of injuries," said Kenneth Garay, chief medical officer at Jersey City medical center. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie confirmed one person had died.
Many unknowns
The cause of the crash is still unknown. Investigators will look into the speed of the train and question the driver to learn what he was doing before the accident.