Person Fatally Struck by Metrolink Train near East Locust Street
SYLMAR, CA (September 10, 2018) – A person was killed late Monday afternoon following a train collision on North Hubbard Street. The identity of the victim was not immediately released by officials, pending notification of next of kin.
According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, the victim was struck by an Antelope Valley Line Metrolink train shortly after 4:00 PM in the area of 56 North Hubbard Street and East Locust Street. There are currently no details on the events leading up to the collision.
The victim sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by responding officers. No other injuries were reported by the authorities.
An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the fatal crash and to identify possible contributing factors. Additional information was not disclosed to the public.
We at Sweet Law Group offer our heartfelt condolences and sincerest sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased victim. Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with them during this trying time. May the departed rest in peace.
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