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Investigation ongoing after car hit by CSX train in Sumter County

SUMTER COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies in Sumter County are investigating after a train hit a car overnight.

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The crash happened Tuesday evening near Main Street and Central Avenue.

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The crash site is not far from Bushnell Elementary School.

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Deputies say the crash involved a CSX train, but did not give details on the car or whether anyone involved was hurt.

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Channel 9 is working to gather more details and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.

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