Fresno, CA – On the night of Monday, February 17, 2025, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a train in Fresno, according to KSEE.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the incident occurred around 10 PM near Cedar and Muscat Avenues, just below Highway 99.
Emergency responders arrived on the scene and located the pedestrian, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s identity, and it remains unclear why they were on or near the tracks at the time of the collision.
Officials have not provided details about the train involved, including its speed at the time of the collision or whether the train crew attempted to stop or warn the pedestrian before impact.
The case has been transferred to the jurisdiction of BNSF Railway, which will conduct a further investigation into the incident. Train-related fatalities can involve multiple agencies, and authorities will likely review surveillance footage, train logs, and witness statements to piece together what happened.
Officials urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact local law enforcement. Additional details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
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