Homeless Man Killed in Ellicott City Train Accident
A 41-year-old homeless man was struck and killed by a train in Ellicott City, Maryland on February 4, 2010. Based on a news article from explorehoward.com, Howard County Police were called to the scene after the train engineer reported striking someone laying on the tracks. According to reports, the engineer saw the unknown object on the tracks, but was unable to stop the train in time to avoid collision. The train accident in Ellicott City occurred about a half-mile from the end of Maryland Ave. The man was declared dead at the scene when police arrived.
Police do not suspect foul play in this train collision. Detectives found alcohol in the man’s backpack, and reported an odor of alcohol on him. The man may have been sleeping or passed out on the tracks when he was struck. However the accident is still under investigation.
Aside from operator inattention, train collisions may be caused by the failure of computerized signal systems, improperly maintained tracks and defective train equipment and parts. It is important to investigate all aspects of a collision. In the tragic event that you, or a loved one, are injured or killed in a train accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries or loss.
A skilled Maryland train accident lawyer can investigate all the details surrounding your case, and determine whether another person’s negligence caused the collision. The attorneys at Meng & Alpert, LLC have considerable knowledge and experience handling personal injury and wrongful death cases, and can help you receive the compensation you deserve. Call today at (866) 444-6363 for a free consultation.
Source report: http://www.explorehoward.com/news/69077/man-hit-killed-train-ellicott-city/
