Man dies trying to save dog from oncoming train in Fort Worth

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FORT WORTH, Texas - A man died after he was struck by a train while trying to rescue his dog in Fort Worth on Tuesday, police said.

What we know:

Fort Worth police responded to a major accident involving a train and a pedestrian around 4:30 p.m. at Kelton Street and Avington Way.

Investigators said the man was trying to rescue his dog when he was hit by a passing train. He died at the scene. 

The dog also died in the accident.

What we don't know:

Police have not released the man's identity or any additional details about the incident.