California Train Accident Leaves One Dead, Dozens More Injured
January 7, 2003
A truck collided with a commuter train outside of Los Angeles Monday, killing one person and injuring dozens more. According to witnesses, the truck's driver, whose name has not been released, was attempting to bypass a railroad crossing at an intersection 10 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles, ignoring the lowered gates and flashing signals. Upon impact, the truck burst into flames and was dragged 1,000 feet along the tracks. The driver was killed instantly. Four of the train's passenger cars derailed, injuring 32 people aboard.
The 450-ton Metrolink train, carrying 58 passengers and two crewmembers, was heading to Union Station in Los Angeles from Santa Clarita. Two women are listed in critical condition, and another is in serious condition, according to a spokesperson for Providence Holy Cross Medical Center in Mission Hills.
-- Article Courtesy of InjuryBoard.com
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