[05-11-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – 53-Year-Old Bicyclist Killed in Fatal Train Crash in Upland

According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff Coroner’s Division, a bicycle rider from Rancho Cucamonga died after being struck by a train in Upland on Wednesday, May 11.

Officers from the Montclair and Upland police departments responded at 8:53 a.m. to the Metrolink railroad crossing on Central Avenue.

The bicyclist, 53-year-old Leo B., was pronounced dead at the scene.

There are no other details available.

The Upland Police Department is investigating the fatal accident.

Fatal Train Accident Statistics

Trains aren’t always the most cost-effective or efficient option when it comes to city transportation. Travel-related injuries and deaths are on the rise.

All across the United States, trains have collided. Every year, approximately 5,800 train-car collisions occur in the United States, according to the Transportation Department. The majority of the time, you’ll see them at railroad crossings. 600 people died and 2,300 were injured as a result of these incidents.

In the United States, the Federal Railroad Administration of the USDOT estimates that 80% of railroad crossings are devoid of adequate warning devices.

Most train accidents are caused by train derailments, poorly maintained tracks, a lack of safety regulations, and insufficient security.

San Bernardino County Train Accident Lawyers

Too many people are killed or injured every year in train wrecks that could have been avoided. Arash Law is here to help if you or a loved one has recently been injured in a car accident. If you’ve been a victim of a heinous crime, we’re here to help.

Families who have lost a loved one in an accident may be entitled to financial compensation. Medical expenses cover everything, from suffering and pain to the lost wages and diminished earning potential.

Grieving families are usually the primary targets of insurance companies. We will not let that happen.

Our legal team stays up to date on the most recent developments in the field of wrongful death law. Our San Bernardino County train accident lawyers at Arash Law are here to help you and your family recover financial compensation for those who have lost a relative in a train accident. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.