Shafter, CA – In the morning of Saturday, January 23, 2026, a train versus pedestrian collision resulted in fatal injuries to 40-year-old Gerardo Becerra Perez, according to KGET.

The Kern County Coroner’s Office reports that the accident took place just after 9:30 AM near South Beech Avenue and East Los Angeles Avenue at Mile Post 904.3.

Authorities said Perez was found unresponsive in the area and was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident is currently under investigation by BNSF, and officials are reviewing the circumstances leading up to the collision. Law enforcement secured the location, documented the scene, and coordinated with the coroner’s office to confirm the identity of the deceased and the cause of death.

No additional details regarding contributing factors or the operation of the train have been released at this time. Authorities continue to ask anyone with information about the incident to contact the appropriate investigative agencies.

Wrongful Death Claims & Comparative Negligence

Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Negligence rule, several parties can share partial responsibility.  

Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.

Shafter, CA Personal Injury Lawyer

If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a Shafter CA Personal Injury Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.