Amtrak Train Hits Vehicle, One Injured

CHICAGO (CBS) -- An Amtrak train collided with a pickup truck Thursday afternoon in Dyer, Ind.

The driver of the vehicle was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Video from Chopper 2 shows the back of the black pickup sustained damage.

The accident happened at 3:23 p.m. near 77th and Calumet avenues. That crossing has a signal but no gate.

The train is not blocking a crossing. There were no injuries reported on the train.

Investigators are on the scene.

In a statement, Amtrak said, "Train 51 is briefly delayed in Dyer after making contact with vehicle."

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