BELMONT, CA (AUGUST 23, 2023): A person was struck and killed by a Caltrain in Belmont station Monday night, according to a spokesperson for Caltrain.
At around 11:10 p.m., the northbound train 143 struck the individual as it pulled into Belmont station.
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Emergency personnel arrived at the scene at around 11:35 p.m. and reported the person was still breathing. Unfortunately, the individual was declared dead at 11:44 p.m.
There were 13 passengers onboard during the collision, and all were moved to the platform area. Further details regarding the nature of this collision remain unknown. Service has stopped in the Belmont area in light of the investigation.
Liability In Belmont Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Per trip, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash.” There are a number of factors that could lead to a pedestrian collision including:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The family of any victim that died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Belmont Pedestrian Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the pedestrian killed in this accident. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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