California

16 Injured in Amtrak Train Accident at Los Angeles Ave and Gabbert Rd in Ventura County, CA

Published on: June 29, 2023

Date of Accident
June 28, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Train
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

East Los Angeles Avenue & Gabbert Rd, Moorpark, Ventura County, California, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a train collision that left multiple people with injuries at Los Angeles Ave and Gabbert Rd in Ventura County, CA on June 28th, 2023. Police say it happened around 11:19 a.m. According to investigators, an Amtrak train occupied by nearly 200 passengers collided with a tanker truck that was on the tracks for unknown reasons. The crash caused the train to catch fire in its baggage car and seeing several of the cars off the tracks. 15 people are said to have suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The driver was hospitalized in critical condition. Additional information has not been made available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Ventura County Police
Vehicles Involved
Amtrak train, Tanker Truck
Road/Highway
Los Angeles Ave and Gabbert Rd
Injuries Sustained

Various injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Amtrak train collided with a tanker truck

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