Pedestrian Dies in Dana Point Train Collision near Palisades Drive

Dana Point, California (January 3, 2020) – A Metrolink train struck and killed a pedestrian on the tracks Thursday afternoon in Dana Point.

According to a local news source, the deadly accident took place on the train tracks near Palisades Drive at around 4:53 p.m. on Thursday, January 2.

The Inland Empire-Orange County Line 812 struck an unidentified person on the tracks for unknown reasons. The pedestrian was killed in the accident.

The train was stopped on the tracks between San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano Metro stations as officials investigated the crash.

No other injuries were reported.

The investigation is ongoing.

Alpine Law Group President and Managing Partner, Arin Khodaverdian, encourages victims and their family members to seek legal help as soon as possible in order to preserve their rights to the full extent of the law.

Mr. Khodaverdian has worked for many years as a wrongful death and personal injury attorney. He and his team of attorneys has helped thousands of injury victims and their families recover over $100 million in compensation. “In one case, we recovered a 7-figure settlement within 11 business days of being hired by the family of a victim who was killed by a negligent driver.”

Swift action by an experienced attorney helps preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and begin to pursue those responsible for the incident.

Mr. Khodaverdian, a contributor to this site, is available for free consultations 24/7 by calling 866-773-0222