2 people killed after vehicle strikes Brightline train in West Palm Beach
Two people died Sunday after a vehicle drove onto active train tracks and was struck by a Brightline train in West Palm Beach.West Palm Beach Police and Fire Departments responded to the crash along the 600 block of Roseland Drive around 3:15 p.m.A vehicle heading westbound on Roseland Drive crossed onto active train tracks and was struck by a Brightline train traveling northbound.Two individuals were ejected from the vehicle and died as a result of their injuries.Investigators say the railroad crossing gate arms were down and warning lights and sounds were activated at the time of the crash.WPTV Reporter Zitlali Solache spoke with a witness, who recalls the moments unfolding.“We heard the screeching of the tire when they turned the corner. Then a few seconds later we heard a loud crash and so then we quickly came to check it out," said Keyly Rivera. "Then I turned to the corner over here and then I just see a bus of rubble and smoke and I’m like oh my goodness someone just crashed."Investigators believe alcohol may have been a factor in the crash. This is a developing story. Stay with WPTV for updates.
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