Man Fatally Struck by BNSF Train in Anoka
A man was fatally struck by a Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway (BNSF) train on Friday evening near Ferry Street in Anoka, Minnesota, after attempting to cross in front of the oncoming train.
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, July 25, 2026 —
A man died Friday evening after being struck by a Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway (BNSF) train in Anoka, Minnesota.
The incident occurred near Ferry Street when the man attempted to cross in front of the oncoming train. The BNSF train struck the individual, resulting in a fatality. Further details regarding the identity of the man or the specific circumstances leading up to the event were not immediately available.
Authorities were dispatched to the scene following the incident. The Anoka Police Department is expected to lead the investigation into the circumstances of the collision.
The train, operated by BNSF, was reportedly traveling through the area at the time of the accident. The area near Ferry Street is a known crossing point for both rail traffic and pedestrians.
This is a developing story. Additional information will be reported as it becomes available.
Story summarized from the original created by Sabrina Salguero Del Cid on kstp.com, see more information here.
