Chris Asare Budu Dies in Deadly Train Accident, Atlee High School Student

A train hit and killed an Atlee High School student Wednesday morning near the Cool Spring West subdivision and Atlee High School, according to officials.

The deceased is a 15-year-old boy, according to deputies with the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.

“At approximately 7:58 a.m., Hanover Emergency Communications received a call from Buckingham Branch Railroad advising a train had struck a pedestrian on the tracks just west of the Cool Spring Road crossing, and near the Cool Spring West subdivision. Hanover deputies along with Hanover Fire and EMS personnel responded to the area and located the victim, deceased,” Hanover County Sheriff’s spokesperson Sgt. Steve Wills wrote. “The events surrounding this devastating tragedy are currently still under investigation.”

Atlee High School Principal Dr. John Wheeler sent an email to Atlee parents identifying the victim as 10th-grader Chris Asare-Budu.

“For those of you who knew Chris, we ask that you remember and celebrate his positivity, kindness, and his incredible ability to empower and lead others in their endeavors.  As you know, Chris was always happy and viewed things with an optimistic outlook on life, and our school and community will forever be grateful for Chris’ legacy.  For those of you who did not know him, we ask that you respect our sadness and support us with your understanding and patience as we navigate through this heartache.

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