[05-22-2022]​ San Diego County, CA – AMTRAK Train Involved in Deadly Pedestrian Collision in Encinitas

According to the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, an AMTRAK train was involved in a fatal collision with a pedestrian on Leucadia Boulevard Sunday, May 22, 2022.

According to Sheriff’s Sgt. Jason King, the deadly collision occurred at 10:52 a.m. near the Leucadia Boulevard grade crossing in Encinitas.

It was determined that the pedestrian had also passed away at the scene.

The identities of the victims, along with their ages and genders, have not been made public.

The deputies were looking into the collision.

Anyone who may have information regarding the death was asked to call the non-emergency line of the sheriff’s department, which can be reached at 858-565-5200.

Fatal Train Accident Statistics

It is not always the most cost-effective or the most efficient mode of transportation in the city. There has been a recent uptick in the number of people hurt and killed as a result of travel.

Accidents involving trains are not uncommon in any part of the country. According to the Department of Transportation, there are approximately 5,800 train-car collisions that take place in the United States each year. At railroad crossings, you’ll see them the most frequently. As a result of these incidents, 600 people lost their lives, and another 2,300 were injured.

According to the Federal Railroad Administration, approximately 80 percent of railroad crossings in the United States do not have adequate warning devices (FRA).

Train derailments, poorly maintained tracks, a lack of safety regulations, and inadequate security are the primary contributors to the vast majority of train accidents.

San Diego County Train Accident Lawyers

Accidents on trains claim the lives of or injure a disproportionately high number of people who could have been saved. If you or a member of your family has been hurt in a car accident, Arash Law is here to assist you. If you have been the victim of a terrible crime, we are here to help you in any way we can.

The family of an accident victim might be eligible for financial compensation. Medical care costs encompass everything from physical discomfort and mental anguish to lost wages and diminished earning potential. The companies that provide insurance have compassion for the bereaved families they serve. If it appears that they are being taken advantage of, we will intervene.

Our legal staff makes it a point to remain current on all of the most recent changes and advancements that have been made in the area of wrongful death law. At Arash Law, our train accident lawyers in San Diego County are here to assist you and your family in recouping financial compensation for those who have suffered the loss of a family member as a result of a train accident. You can get started right away by giving us a call at (888) 488-1391 to schedule a cost-free consultation with one of our highly regarded attorneys.