Teen dies after being struck by train

CORDELE, Ga. — A local teen passed away Thursday night after injuries he sustained following being struck by a train.

The young man has been identified as 17-year old Dennis Hestle, a student at Crisp County High School.

The incident occurred at around 8 p.m. in the area of 13th Avenue and Greer Street. A CSX train was traveling west when it struck Hestle, who was on or near the tracks. He was transported to Crisp Regional Hospital in critical condition and passed away around 10:30 p.m. 

Cordele Police Chief Lewis Green says that office is investigating the incident.

My investigators are continually working to determine how this happened. We are all saddened by this unfortunate loss of life.”

The police department is asking for anyone who may have spoken to Hestle before the accident, come forward with any information. They can do so by contacting investigators at (229)276-2921.

School counselors are available for any students or faculty members who may be in need of grief counseling.