San Jose VTA Light Rail Train Hits Bicyclist At McKee Road and Capital Avenue

Bicyclist Hit, Injured by Light Rail Train in San Jose, CA

San Jose, CA (January 18, 2024) – In a recent incident, a bicyclist sustained injuries after being struck by a VTA light rail train at the intersection of McKee Road and Capitol Avenue.

1 Person Injured in Bicycle Crash at McKee Road and Capital Avenue

Reports indicate that the bicycle crash occurred at approximately 1:30 p.m. last Saturday. The VTA light rail train collided with the bicycle rider for reasons that are currently unknown. Following the incident, emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene and transported the injured victim to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

In the aftermath of the collision, authorities initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Concurrently, VTA took precautionary measures by temporarily closing part of the Orange line and implementing a bus bridge to accommodate commuters during the investigative process. Any individuals with additional information pertinent to the case need to contact authorities.

Always be alert to the Presence of Trains Whenever Riding a Bike Near Tracks

As a reminder to the public, preventing train accidents requires adherence to simple precautions. We advise motorists to never to stop on railroad tracks. They should refrain from driving around lowered gates. We caution pedestrians and cyclists against playing or loitering near train tracks, recognizing the inherent dangers. It is essential to always assume that train tracks are active and exercise utmost caution when in proximity to rail crossings.

Location On San Jose Where Bicyclist Hit, Injured by Light Rail Train

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