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Five Killed in Train-Van Collision in Mississippi

3/29/2026

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Train Collision Tragedy

Five people died in a train-van collision on Pump Branch Road in Wiggins, Mississippi, on March 27, 2026.
The victims were Ryan C. Peterson, 26; Kristina Carver, 45; Emley Chamblee, 22; Sarabeth Chamblee, 20; and Demarcus Perkins, 23.
Ariel Chamblee, 23, survived and was airlifted to a New Orleans hospital.
Local officials seek crossing arms, noting this crossing has had three fatal accidents.

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Train Collision Fatalities

Five people died when a train collided with a van near Wiggins, Mississippi.
All fatalities were occupants of the van, the Stone County Coroner said.
A 23-year-old woman was airlifted to the hospital as the sole survivor.
The van driver was Ryan C. Peterson and front-seat passenger was Kristina Carver, with her two daughters.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City is cooperating with the investigation led by the Stone County Sheriff's Office.

History

Historical Context

The Train Safety Act of 1970 was enacted to enhance railroad safety after numerous accidents, leading to a 25% reduction in train-related fatalities by 1975. Despite improvements, recent incidents, including a train-van collision in Wiggins, Mississippi, highlight ongoing safety concerns at crossings, emphasizing the need for continued advocacy and regulatory measures to protect lives in vulnerable areas.

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Train Collision Tragedy

Five people died in a train-van collision on Pump Branch Road in Wiggins, Mississippi, on March 27, 2026.
The victims were Ryan C. Peterson, 26; Kristina Carver, 45; Emley Chamblee, 22; Sarabeth Chamblee, 20; and Demarcus Perkins, 23.
Ariel Chamblee, 23, survived and was airlifted to a New Orleans hospital.
Local officials seek crossing arms, noting this crossing has had three fatal accidents.

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