Alicia Leonardi, a 42-year-old woman from New Hampshire, tragically lost her life while attempting to save her friend's dog from an oncoming Amtrak train. The incident occurred in Exeter when the dog, hearing the train's horn, ran onto the tracks. Both Leonardi and her friend went after the dog but were struck by the train. While her friend sustained minor injuries, Leonardi did not survive. Her mother described her daughter as brave and compassionate. The police are currently investigating the incident further.
Alicia Leonardi, 42, was killed while trying to save a dog that had run onto train tracks in New Hampshire. Her friend suffered minor injuries.
Station officials state that the incident occurred as the couple attempted to rescue the unleashed dog from an approaching train.
Cathleen Collis, Leonardi's mother, paid tribute, saying, "She is a brave girl. She's always been a brave girl. Smart, loved to help people."
The investigation into the tragic incident by Exeter Police remains ongoing.
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