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- Police have confirmed the identity of the man in the train incident.
- The victim was 54-year-old Geoffrey Francis McIver from Invercargill.
- Authorities have referred the matter to the Coroner for investigation.
A Person Has Died After Being Hit By A Freight Train In Invercargill
* Emergency services responded to a serious train incident in Invercargill at 5:20pm. * The incident happened at the Ness Street pedestrian crossing near Elles Road. * Emergency services, including two fire trucks, responded to the tragic incident. Updated 9pm: A person has died after being struck by a freight train at
Mike Sanford
The victim was 54-year-old Geoffrey Francis McIver, a resident of Invercargill.
"Police extend our condolences to his family and loved ones at this time."
The circumstances surrounding his death have been referred to the Coroner for further investigation.