[09-07-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Pedestrian Killed Following Train Collision in Sylmar

A pedestrian was killed after a train collision in Sylmar, Los Angeles, on Thursday night, September 7, 2023.

The Los Angeles Police Department and Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the incident involving a pedestrian and a train on the 12800 block of North San Fernando Road at Bledsoe before 10:30 p.m.

Upon arrival at the scene, firefighters located the pedestrian but concluded they were beyond medical assistance. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigations are underway by the LAPD to find out what caused the collision. Anyone with information related to the crash should contact the police immediately.

Dedicated Train Accident Lawyers in Los Angeles, CA

If you or someone you know has been injured or killed in a California train accident, you should seek legal advice as soon as possible. In the event of an accident or wrongful death, our personal injury lawyers can assist you as an impartial third party.

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What to Do After a Train Accident

Train accidents can result in serious injuries and even death. Take the necessary steps to ensure your safety and legal protection if you or someone you love has been injured in a railroad disaster. Here is a guide to help you pursue compensation after a railway accident:

1. Check for injuries and call emergency services if anyone needs medical attention.
2. Dial 911 or the appropriate emergency number to report the accident and request assistance.
3. Exchange contact and insurance information with the train operator and other parties involved in the accident.
4. Take photographs and notes of the accident scene, and record witnesses’ names and contact information if possible.
5. Seek medical attention, even if you feel fine after the accident.
6. Report the accident to your insurance company and follow their instructions for filing a claim.
7. Consult a California train accident lawyer to evaluate your legal options and pursue compensation.

I HAD AN ACCIDENT

Fatal Train Accident Statistics

The National Safety Council reported that 893 people were killed in train accidents in 2021, a 20% increase from 744 deaths in 2020. Between 2020 and 2021, hospital admissions for potentially fatal injuries increased by 4%, or 5,780 individuals, with a 21% increase in fatalities at highway-rail grade crossings.

A third of train accident victims eventually recover from their injuries, while 266 of the 893 pedestrians who died in 2021 were killed in train accidents. That year, over 3,216 commuters suffered injuries in train accidents, which could have been fatal if they had been more severe.