Death investigation underway after person hit by passing train in Fayetteville: police

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Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Death investigation underway after person hit by train in Fayetteville
Police said the incident happened in the area of Chance Street.

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) -- Police are conducting a death investigation involving a train accident in Fayetteville on Saturday, May 31..

The Fayetteville Police Department (FPD) said officers responded to reports of a person who was injured after possibly being hit by a passing train in the area of Chance Street.

Officers said the person died after being hit by the train.

On Wednesday, the person was identified as 38-year-old Tawante Shree Sykes.

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Anyone with information should contact Det. J. Bergamine at (910) 705-2093 or submit anonymous tips through Fayetteville / Cumberland County Crimestoppers by calling (910) 483-8477.

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