[06-29-2022] San Diego County, CA – Unidentified Pedestrian Man Dies After Being Struck by Metro train Downtown

According to the authorities, a person died after being struck by a Metro train in Downtown Long Beach Wednesday afternoon, June 29, 2022.

According to the Long Beach Police Department, the fatal collision occurred around 4:02 p.m. in the 100 block of First Street.

When officers arrived at the scene, they located a male victim who had been struck by the Metro A Line Train, authorities said.

The Long Beach Fire Department personnel responded shortly after and pronounced the victim dead at the scene, LBPD spokesperson Richard Mejia said. The LBFD’s heavy rescue engine also responded to the scene.

The LBPD is investigating the collision.

Fatal Train Accident Statistics

There are instances when trains aren’t the most practical or economical mode of transportation in a particular city. In recent years, there has been a sharp increase in the number of people killed or injured while traveling.

Numerous train accidents have occurred in the US. Injuries involving train cars happen annually in the United States on average 5,800 times. At railroad crossings, they are most frequently spotted. There were 2,300 people injured and 600 people killed as a result of these accidents.

The Federal Railroad Administration of the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) estimates that about 80% of railroad crossings are lacking sufficient warning mechanisms.

Most train accidents are caused by derailments, poor track upkeep, a lack of safety regulations, and other carelessness.

San Diego County Train Accident Lawyers

Train accidents that could have been avoided result in an excessive number of fatalities or injuries. Arash Law can help if you or a loved one have been injured in a car accident. If you have been the victim of a horrible accident, we are here to help you.

Accident victims who have lost a loved one in a car accident may file wrongful death lawsuits. The cost of medical care includes everything from pain and suffering to lost wages and lowered earning potential.

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The members of our legal team keep up with the most recent developments in the area of wrongful death law. For those who have lost a relative in a train accident, our San Diego County train accident attorneys at Arash Law are here to assist you and your family in obtaining compensation. Call (888) 488-1391 to schedule a free consultation with one of our qualified attorneys at our law firm.