Erie Police are investigating a death after a man was hit by a Norfolk Southern train heading east.

According to the 911 Center, the incident happened just before 5:00 on Sunday morning.

According to Erie Police, the person was struck by a train near 14th and Poplar Streets, close to the Hagerty Family Events Center in downtown Erie. 

The coroner pronounced the man dead just after 6:00 in the morning. 

This is an ongoing investigation and the coroner is expected to release more details on Monday.