Philadelphia, PA (May 12, 2022) – A person was hit and killed by a train in Philadelphia early Thursday morning, May 12.
The SEPTA train fatally struck the victim around 8:30 a.m. at the station on 6900 State Road. Authorities said they did not know how the person, who is yet to be identified, ended up on the tracks.
Service was resumed by the Trenton Regional Rail Line at the Tacony and Bridesburg Stations by 10:00 a.m., though SEPTA noted that residual delays were expected.
The accident’s circumstances are still being investigated. As further information becomes available, police will provide an update.
At this time, we would like to express our heartfelt sympathies to the victim’s family.
Pedestrians Killed By Trains in Pennsylvania
Counted among the most vulnerable individuals on our state’s roadways, pedestrians are at much higher risk of life-altering and tragic consequences as a result of vehicle accidents. In fact, hundreds of pedestrians are killed in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania yearly due to the careless actions of others. Throughout 2020 alone, approximately 150 pedestrians died in Pennsylvania accidents.
As severe as these incidents are on the road, train accidents are even worse. The biggest contributor to railway fatalities, by far, pedestrian railroad accidents are unbelievably devastating. Since 1997, more than 7,000 pedestrians have been killed by trains throughout the United States. And in 2014, nearly 16 people died in train accidents weekly across the country, signifying a 17% rise over the previous year and the greatest number of rail fatalities in seven years, according to federal government data.
Though these deaths are relatively rare compared to other traffic crashes, more populous cities with bustling passenger train stations, like Philadelphia, see these incidents at a greater rate. Sadly, about 190 deaths were recorded in and around Philadelphia’s eight counties, totaling approximately 10 each year since 1997.
Regardless of the cause, however, losing a loved one in a deadly pedestrian accident is tragic. From leftover medical costs to sudden, exorbitant funerary expenses, the family members of deceased victims must traverse a stressful path
That’s why retaining the help of a Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyer can ensure that your rights are being protected during these challenging times. It is critical that you consult with an experienced, skilled Philadelphia wrongful death attorney right away.
Here at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys, we will assist you in getting back on your feet after losing someone you love in a pedestrian accident. Our attorneys believe that you have every right to hold an at-fault party accountable for the harm they have caused you and yours. Moreover, our lawyers will assist you in obtaining the fair, full compensation you deserve for a variety of factors, including but not limited to the following:
- Bills for medical treatment
- Burial and funerary expenses
- Non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering
- Ongoing therapy costs
We’re here to support you with utmost compassion when you’ve lost someone you care about in a pedestrian accident. Please call our Philadelphia pedestrian accident attorney as soon as you can. Phone our office at (215) 600-0681 for additional information and personalized legal advice that’s tailored to the needs of your case.
Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources to produce this post including local and state media and news sources, local and state police incident reports, social medial platforms as well as eyewitness accounts about serious accidents that take place in Pennsylvania. For that reason, if you find any information that is not correct, please contact Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys as soon as possible so that we can update the post with the most accurate information available. A post will be removed upon request.
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