Note: Some pictures sent in to us are being withheld out of respect for the deceased, the family and the general public due to their graphic nature. Officials are working on trying to notify the family.
It’s been confirmed that two Bart employees were killed this afternoon after being struck by a maintenance train. It’s being reported that they were non-union temporary employees have been killed shortly before 2:00pm. The two employees were trying to repair a part of the Bart track in Pleasant Hill off Jones Rd and Parkside Drive. They have been pronounced dead at the scene.
Sad day for Bart. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of the employees. Check back for more information as provided.
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