[10-01-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Killed in Fatal Train Crash on Santa Fe Avenue

One person was killed after getting struck by a Union Pacific train in downtown Los Angeles on Monday night, October 1, 2022.

According to Margaret Stewart of the Los Angeles Fire Department, the collision was reported shortly after 7:45 p.m. near the Santa Monica (10) Freeway at 2192 S. Santa Fe Ave.

The person was pronounced dead at the scene.

The victim’s identity was not disclosed until the next of kin were notified.

Investigations were underway to determine what led up to the collision.

Fatal Train Accident Statistics

Trains are the most effective mode of transportation. Passenger and staff safety is affected by several factors, including the competence of the conductors, the frequency of necessary repairs, and other factors. These people could cause harm through their carelessness or use of shortcuts.

According to the National Transportation Safety Board, a person or their vehicle is struck by a train every two hours. An average of over a thousand people per year lose their lives in train accidents. This caused about 2,300 injuries and 600 deaths.

Fifty percent of all fatal train accidents are caused by unsafe crossings, outdated or missing safety features, and a lack of warning systems for motorists.

According to the National Transportation Safety Board, pedestrians are killed by trains at a much higher rate than motorists.

Since 1997, there have been roughly 7,200 people killed in train accidents in the United States. Pedestrian-train accidents have become the leading cause of death along America’s railroads in recent years.

Derailment, deteriorated tracks, failure to adhere to safety regulations, lax security, and other forms of negligence account for most train accidents.

Los Angeles County Train Accident Lawyers

Every year, countless lives are cut tragically short as a result of train accidents. If you or a family member have been injured in a car accident, Arash Law is here to help. Please get in touch with us if you or someone you know has been the victim of a violent crime.

In the event of a fatal accident, family members may be eligible for monetary damages. The full price of medical care includes the patient’s mental anguish, as well as their time away from work and their potential future earnings.

Insurance workers have compassion and empathy for grieving families. There will be no tolerance for any mistreatment, and we will take swift action if we find any signs of abuse.

Our legal team closely follows every client’s case. Our Los Angeles County train accident lawyers at Arash Law can help you file a claim for compensation if you or a loved one has been hurt in a train accident. Call us at (888) 488-1391 or submit our online intake form for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.