The Opelousas Police Department announced that all railroad intersections are now open following a crash this morning.
Earlier Wednesday, they reported that a pedestrian had been hit by a train, and they had closed all railroad intersections from North Oak to North Railroad Avenue while they were investigating.
A pedestrian involved in the accident sustained moderate injuries and is receiving medical attention, OPD said.
Around the time of the crash, they said "We are asking the public to avoid the affected areas and seek alternate routes. Please note that Wallior Street and Rice Lane remain open at this time. Police officers and emergency personnel are actively managing the scene, and we ask for the public’s patience and cooperation."
