Train Fatally Strikes Pedestrian In Encinitas

ENCINITAS, CA — A train struck and killed a pedestrian Wednesday near Leucadia State Beach, authorities reported.

The rail fatality in the area of Vulcan Avenue and Jason Street in Encinitas was reported shortly after 9 a.m., according to the San Diego Country Sheriff's Office.

The pedestrian, whose identity was not immediately available, died at the scene.

The sheriff's Transit Enforcement Unit was called in to investigate, Lt. Jessica Boegler said.

— City News Service