Man fatally struck by train in late-night accident at Carkeek Park Road

SEATTLE, WA – A man in his 20s was killed after being struck by a train near a park in northwest Seattle late last night, according to the Seattle Fire Department.

Carkeek Park Rd: Correction – paramedics attempted life saving efforts, but the adult male (approx. 25 years old) was unfortunately pronounced deceased. Scene turned over to SPD.

— Seattle Fire Dept. (@SeattleFire) March 20, 2021

The accident happened on Carkeek Park Road at about 10:30 p.m., when a man thought to be about 25 years old was struck by a train.

Despite the efforts of emergency crews, the victim died at the scene.

The identity of the victim is not available at this time.

This is one in a series of reports provided by Caffee Accident & Injury Lawyers as a service to inform our Seattle neighbors about traffic news and accidents in the area. Many of these accidents are preventable, and we hope that by reporting on such events, we will reduce the frequency of similar incidents. However, if you or someone you know has been injured in a similar situation, contact the Seattle pedestrian accident injury attorneys of Jeffrey R. Caffee today for a consultation. You may be able to receive compensation for lost wages, medical bills, and other expenses.