Another Tragic Loss on Texas Train Tracks With Second Pedestrian Fatality in A Month

Tragedy has struck along Texas train tracks for the second time in just two months. On Tuesday, April 15, just after 1 p.m., a man walking on the tracks was fatally struck by an eastbound train in the 2600 block near South 1st Street and Shelton Street in Abilene.

Texas Train Tragedy

According to the Abilene Police Department (APD), they received several calls from locals reporting a man walking along the train tracks. Witnesses said the man appeared unaware of the train coming from behind him before he was struck.

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Victim Identified

After the next of kin was contacted, APD has released the name of the train fatality as 37-year-old Timothy Delgado of Levelland, Texas. Police stated that Delgado "appeared to have been unaware of the approaching train due to wearing headphones/earbuds.”

Police are encouraging folks not to walk on the tracks, as not only is it dangerous, but it is also illegal.

Second Fatality In A Month

In March this year, a man was found deceased on the tracks near the Grape and Butternut streets underpass area. According to the report, the man was a transient, and no cause of death was listed. But, with the recent fatality, Abilene residents shared empathy as well as concern, many of whom took to social media to express shock and grief.

Our hearts go out to the friends and families of those affected by these tragic losses. 

Texas Train Safety

With the second fatal train-related incident in just two months, APD is hoping this heartbreaking trend sparks awareness and caution throughout our community. It's important to remind yourself and your loved ones about these important safety tips when it comes to railroad tracks.