1 Killed and 20 Injured in NJ River Line Crash

Mansfield, NJ – A fallen tree on the train tracks led to a collision that killed 1, and injured 20, on the New Jersey River line train on Monday, October 14, 2024. The person killed was identified as the operator of the train. The crash occurred just after 6 a.m. An investigation into the accident is ongoing.

Train Accidents 

Over 5,000 people are injured in train accidents each year. In this horrible accident, the victims and their families should have their investigative team evaluate all aspects surrounding the accident. This includes reviewing:

• Evaluation of why there was a fallen tree on the tracks
• Was this tree previously identified to be removed
• The route the train was traveling
• Accident history on the train tracks
• All eyewitness accounts of the crash
• Speed the train was traveling
• Train maintenance history
• Police accident report
• Any video evidence of the crash
• Phone and texting records of the driver

Train Accident Attorneys 

At The Barnes Firm, our experienced team of attorneys have a proven track record of success in handling train injuries. There are complexities to these cases where our experience will be extremely valuable.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a train accident, contact an experienced railroad accident attorney at The Barnes Firm. From the first phone conversation through to the final settlement, the team of attorneys at The Barnes Firm will work hard for you every step of the way.

The Barnes Firm: (800) 800-0000