Man Killed in Hayward Pedestrian Accident near Hayward Amtrak Station on Meekland Avenue
Hayward, California (September 2, 2021) – A pedestrian died after being struck by an Amtrak train Thursday morning in Hayward, according to authorities.
The deadly accident took place at around 7:10 a.m. near the Hayward Amtrak Station, which is located in the 22555 block of Meekland Avenue.
Authorities said the pedestrian, only identified as a male victim, was walking on railroad tracks when he was hit by Capitol Corridor Train No. 524 that was traveling from San Jose to Sacramento.
Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Train in Hayward
The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His name was being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
None of the 13 passengers on board the train was hurt.
The train was halted for nearly two hours as the authorities conduct an investigation.
The crash remains under investigation.
Notable Pedestrian Accident Statistics According to the California Office of Traffic Safety:
- 893 pedestrians were killed, and more than 14,000 were injured on California roadways in 2018.
- California's pedestrian fatality is almost 25% higher than the national average.
- California is among the leading states in pedestrian deaths.
Safety Tips for Pedestrians
- Make yourself visible to other road users by wearing bright colored clothes, reflector jackets, or using a flashlight when walking at night.
- Avoid distractions such as using your phone while on the streets.
- Cross streets on marked crosswalks and obey traffic lights.
- Always pay attention to your surroundings.
- Be predictable by observing all traffic rules and obeying signs and signals.
Safety Tips for Drivers
- Look out for pedestrians, particularly in hard-to-see conditions, for example, at night and in bad weather.
- Yield and be ready to stop whenever a pedestrian has the right-of-way.
- Be cautious when parking or backing up – pedestrians can move across your path.
- Observe all traffic rules.
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