South-central Idaho man dies in collision with train

RUPERT, Idaho – Authorities said a south-central Idaho man is dead after his truck was struck by a train in Rupert.

The Minidoka County Sheriff’s Office said 30-year-old Ismael Galaviz Victorio of Rupert died Friday after being hit by a train as he drove across tracks on 800 East Road.

Authorities said the train crossing doesn’t have descending gates.

Police are investigating.