Person struck, killed by train in South Fulton

A person was struck and killed by a train Monday morning in South Fulton, authorities said.

Officers were called about 7 a.m. to the intersection of Roosevelt Highway and Mallory Road. According to South Fulton police, the victim attempted to run across the railroad tracks and was hit by an oncoming train.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Their name has not been released, however police said the victim was an adult.