A 40-year-old Enfield woman was hit and killed by an Amtrak train engine, Enfield police tell The Spin this morning.

The collision occurred around 1 a.m. today, Chief Jack Smith said.

Detective Randy White said Sherry Huntonn was sitting on the edge of the southbound tracks when the engine approached. Why she was sitting on the tracks remains unclear but White said it does appear she tried get out of the way before she was struck and killed instantly.

White said alcohol use may be a factor. The engine pulling the Amtrak cars was probably going between 50 to 65 mph when the woman was struck, White said.

Huntonn is originally from New Hampshire but was living in the area. She had no family living in Enfield.

White said the case remains under investigation.