By Crash News Writer 
Hackensack, NJ (August 14, 2025) – A woman lost her life Thursday morning after being struck by a New Jersey Transit train in Hackensack, according to local authorities.
According to reports, the tragic incident occurred on August 7 at the intersection of Sussex Street and Railroad Avenue, near Essex Street Station. The victim, identified as 79-year-old Luz E. Lopez, was struck by Pascack Valley Line Train 1651. The train had departed Hoboken at 9:34 a.m. and was en route to New Bridge Landing when the crash happened.
Lopez, a Union Street resident who lived just one block from the scene, died from her injuries. Authorities confirmed that no passengers or train crew members were hurt.
The crash is under investigation by New Jersey Transit and local law enforcement officials.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
This story was developed from initial public reports and official statements. New information may become available as the investigation continues.
- The victim, Luz E. Lopez, was publicly identified by authorities, and notifications to next of kin have been completed.
- No official statement regarding the cause of the crash or liability has been released as investigations are ongoing.
- For updates on train schedules, service disruptions, or detours in Hackensack, commuters should monitor NJ Transit announcements.
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