Stonington High School Student Struck, Killed by Amtrak Train

Stonington police are investigating after an Amtrak train struck and killed an 18-year-old Stonington high school student on the tracks Friday night.

The victim has been identified as Megan Briggs, of the Pawcatuck section of Stonington. Police said she was struck near the Palmer Street Crossing in Pawcatuck just after 9:15 p.m. Friday.

No additional information was immediately available.

Authorities are investigating.

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