Commuter Train Collides With SUV in Gary, Indiana, Killing Five

Five people from the same family were killed in Gary, Indiana, when their SUV went around active railroad crossing gates and was struck by a South Shore Line commuter train. The victims, all young adults living at the same address, were ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene. The collision occurred near U.S. Route 20 and Utah Street around 10 p.m., with 32 passengers aboard the train who were unharmed. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash, which led to a temporary suspension of train services. The Gary Police Department and South Shore Line officials expressed condolences and emphasized the importance of safety around train tracks. The tragedy has deeply affected the local community, and support is being extended to the families of the victims.