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Rankin man’s death by train last year ruled accidental

Michael DiVittorio
By Michael DiVittorio
1 Min Read Jan. 12, 2021 | 5 years ago
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The Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled Tuesday that the death of a man hit by a train in Swissvale last year was accidental.

Walter Gunter, 45, of Rankin died as a result of injuries sustained from the accident around 5 p.m. Jan. 6, 2020 near the corner of South Braddock and Woodstock avenues, according to the examiner’s report.

Gunter’s death was investigated by the Allegheny County Police Department.

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Michael DiVittorio is a TribLive reporter covering general news in Western Pennsylvania, with a penchant for festivals and food. He can be reached at mdivittorio@triblive.com.

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