BREAKING: A person was struck by a train near Santa Barbara on February 2, 2025, and rushed to the hospital as CPR was in progress. The incident occurred at approximately 5:49 PM on Cabrillo Boulevard, close to the Santa Barbara Cemetery. Emergency responders from the Santa Barbara City Fire Department and Montecito Fire Department quickly arrived at the scene following a train-versus-pedestrian collision.
Authorities confirmed the victim, a male of unknown age, was hit by a northbound Amtrak passenger train. City Fire Battalion Chief Jon Turner reported that police officers commenced CPR before fire crews took over, highlighting the urgency of the situation. The victim was subsequently transported by American Medical Response ambulance to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. Details regarding his condition remain unavailable as the investigation unfolds.
This incident marks the third train-related injury in southern Santa Barbara County this month. Earlier, on February 1, a man tragically lost his life after being struck by an Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train near Milpas Street. Additionally, a man was hospitalized with severe injuries following a collision with a freight train in Summerland earlier this week.
The ongoing investigation aims to uncover the circumstances surrounding these incidents. Authorities urge the public to exercise caution around train tracks and report any suspicious activity. More updates will follow as information becomes available.
Stay tuned for the latest developments on this urgent situation.
