According to the Seattle Police Department, the accident happened just before 10 a.m. near Broad Street and Alaskan Way.

Seattle Pedestrian Accident
Man Killed in Pedestrian Accident near Broad Street and Alaskan Way in Seattle

Seattle, WA – A male pedestrian was killed in a Tuesday morning crash near Broad Street in Seattle.

According to the Seattle Police Department, the accident happened just before 10 a.m. near Broad Street and Alaskan Way.

A preliminary investigation revealed the man had waited for the southbound train to pass along Alaskan Way, then crossed the train tracks, unaware that a northbound train was also about to pass.

Police say the man was hit by a BNSF train and died from his injuries.

The name of the deceased was not immediately disclosed.

An investigation is underway.