Oregon train crash leaves 3 dead, 1 airlifted to hospital: 'tragic and unfortunate'

A train in Oregon crashed into a car, killing three of its occupants. The sole survivor of the passenger vehicle was airlifted to the hospital, officials said.

A freight train in Oregon crashed into a passenger vehicle Wednesday night, leaving three of its occupants dead and injuring another, officials said.

The Marion County Sheriff's Office the train struck the car near Gervais and that the fourth person in the car was airlifted to a hospital, KVAL reported. Gervais is a city in Marion County, located about 15 miles from Salem, Oregon.

"This is a tragic and unfortunate situation," Sgt. Don Parise said in a statement to the outlet.

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He added: "We just want to encourage people to please be careful when crossing any railroads, whether you’re in a vehicle, on foot or bicycle, just take your time, be extra cautious, look both ways and make sure it’s clear before you proceed."

Marion County officials closed Keene Road Northeast for several hours after the crash, KVAL reported.

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Fox News Digital reached out to the Marion County Sheriff's Office for additional information but did not immediately receive a response.

The incident remains under investigation.

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