URGENT UPDATE: A tragic accident occurred near Camarillo this afternoon, resulting in the death of one person after a Metrolink train collided with a vehicle. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed the incident took place around 2 p.m. on December 18.
The crash involved a Metrolink Train, specifically Train 118, which struck a Honda Ridgeline truck while it was on the tracks between the Oxnard and Camarillo stations. The driver of the truck, identified as an elderly man, was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have confirmed that the vehicle was registered to an address in Port Hueneme.
According to Ryan Ayala, a spokesperson for the CHP, there were no injuries reported among the 14 passengers aboard the train. As of 5 p.m., the Metrolink train remained at the scene as investigations continue.
In response to the crash, several Metrolink services have been canceled, causing disruptions for commuters in the area. Fifth Street in Camarillo has been closed between Las Posas and Pleasant Valley as authorities carry out their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident.
This incident adds to a troubling trend, as there have been multiple fatal accidents involving trains and vehicles in recent months. The community is left in shock, as the impact of such tragedies resonates deeply.
Authorities are urging witnesses to come forward as they work to piece together the details of this heartbreaking event. Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
