A CSX train struck a man near the Main Street rail crossing in Altamont on Friday, according to Altamont Fire Chief Jon Becker.
The accident happened at about 7:30 p.m. The pedestrian was airlifted to Carle Foundation Hospital, according to Becker.
Altamont Police Chief Alan Heiens identified the man as Garrett Foreman.
“He was out walking his dog,” the chief said, noting that the dog was struck and killed by the train.
Foreman’s sister has organized a “meal train” to help the family get by during his recovery.
“My brother, Garrett Foreman, was recently hit by a train while walking the family dog with his kids,” Rhea Foreman posted at the mealtrain.com website. “He survived but suffered serious injuries, and heartbreakingly, their dog did not make it. His children witnessed the accident, and Garrett now faces a long road to recovery.
“This Meal Train is to support Garrett, Stephanie, and the kids during this difficult time. Providing meals—or even a gift card—will help ease their daily burden and surround them with love as they focus on healing together.
“Thank you so much for caring for my brother and his family.”
To lend support, visit mealtrain.com/trains/em5kzo