A man was killed in Tulare after being struck by a train on Friday night, April 15, 2022.
The police responded just after 7:00 p.m. to a fatal collision near the Bardsley Avenue overpass.
The victim was a 42-year-old homeless man, according to authorities. He was given medical assistance, but he died on the spot.
The air horn was sounded multiple times, according to the train engineers.
The man stood up and attempted to walk away from the tracks, but he became stuck.
The fatal accident remains under investigation.
The detectives and the sheriff’s office are looking into why the man was on the tracks.
Fatal Train Accident Statistics
It’s not always the most efficient or cost-effective way to get around town. The number of people killed or injured while traveling is on the rise.
All across the country, there are train accidents. According to the Department of Transportation, approximately 5,800 train-car collisions occur in the United States each year. They’re most common at railroad crossings. Due to these accidents, 600 people lost their lives, and 2,300 were injured.
According to the Federal Railroad Administration of the US Department of Transportation, approximately 80 percent of railroad crossings lack adequate warning devices (USDOT).
Derailments, poorly maintained tracks, a lack of adherence to safety regulations, inadequate security, and other carelessness are to blame for the majority of train accidents.
Tulare County Train Accident Lawyers
Too many people are injured or killed in train accidents that could have been avoided. Arash Law is here to assist you or a loved one who has recently been injured in a car accident. If you’ve been a victim of a heinous crime, we’re here to help.
Those who have lost a loved one in an accident may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. All of these and other expenses are covered by medical expenses, which include everything from pain and suffering to lost wages and diminished earning potential.
Families who have lost a loved one are an easy target for insurance companies. We will make sure they aren’t being exploited legally.
In the field of wrongful death law, our legal team stays abreast of all the latest developments. Our Tulare County train accident lawyers at Arash Law are here to assist you and your family in pursuing monetary compensation for the loss of a loved one in a tragic train accident. To begin the process of suing a company, call (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation.