[07-06-2022] Orange County, CA – Pedestrian Died After Being Struck by Amtrak Train South of Santa Ana

A pedestrian was struck and killed by an Amtrak Surfliner train on the railroad tracks between Grand and Chestnut Avenues in Santa Ana Wednesday night, July 6, 2022.

The collision occurred around 11:32 p.m., just south of the DMV and a few blocks west of the SAUSD headquarters and Villa Fundamental Intermediate.

The paramedics who responded to the scene declared the pedestrian to be deceased.

The OC Coroner has not yet released the identity of the pedestrian.

The SAPD is not sure yet why the pedestrian was on the railroad tracks. However, transients are often seen in that area.

The Amtrak train that struck the pedestrian was traveling northbound to Los Angeles. The train was delayed for hours while the investigation took place.

Train Accident Statistics

There are times when trains aren’t the most efficient or cost-effective mode of transportation in a given city. The number of people killed or injured while traveling has risen sharply in recent years.

The United States has seen several train accidents. An average of 5,800 train-car mishaps occur each year in the United States. They’re most frequently seen at railroad crossings. These accidents resulted in the deaths of 600 people and the injury of 2,300 others.

According to the US Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Railroad Administration, about 80 percent of railroad crossings lack adequate warning devices.

In most train accidents, derailments, shoddy track maintenance, lack of safety regulations, and other carelessness are to blame.

Orange County Train Accident Lawyers

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

Wrongful death lawsuits can be filed by accident victims who have lost a loved one in a car accident. Medical expenses cover everything from pain and suffering to lost wages and diminished earning capacity.

Grieving families have a special place in the hearts of insurance companies. Do not allow for their exploitation in any way.

Our legal team stays on top of the most recent changes in the field of wrongful death law. Our Orange County train accident lawyers at Arash Law are here to help you and your family recover compensation for those who have lost a relative in a train accident. Contact our law firm at (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.