A pedestrian was struck and killed by a Brightline train Monday along North Dixie Highway in Hallandale Beach, according to authorities. The person was pronounced dead at the scene, and emergency crews stayed on site as investigators worked the tracks. Officials have not yet released the victim’s identity.
Investigators said the train’s conductor sounded the horn before the impact, according to CBS News Miami. Detectives are continuing to examine the scene and the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Brightline Safety Record in South Florida
The Brightline corridor has seen numerous fatal collisions since passenger service began in 2018, and reporting by WLRN shows Brightline has one of the highest fatality rates per mile among U.S. passenger railroads. That scrutiny has centered on crossings, fencing and other safety measures along the route…