3 hospitalized following light rail derailment in Aurora

AURORA, Colo. (KKTV) - Two dozen people were checked by paramedics after an RTD train derailed in Aurora Wednesday afternoon.

Photos from the scene at Exposition Avenue and Sable Boulevard showed a heavy first responder presence as police, firefighters and paramedics worked to help passengers and assess the damage.

The cause of the derailment remains under investigation.

Of the 24 looked at by first responders, three people were transported to the hospital with various injuries. The injuries are not life-threatening.

There has been no update on whether the intersection remains closed Thursday morning. The area is near Town Center.

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