A Brightline train collided with a car in Broward, Florida, and the consequences of the accident remain unknown, although it was due to the driver's negligence. Fortunately, the driver survived.
Images shared by the incident site Only in Dade on Instagram captured the moment when the train struck the car. The video shows the car stuck between the barrier arms that block access to the tracks, with the driver signaling to the train operator in a futile attempt to stop the high-speed train.
A Miami car dealership owner named Matthew Hicks commented that the vehicle belonged to his agency. "This is my car in the video. I find it hilarious. I lent my truck, and it didn't go as planned. No good deed goes unpunished," he noted, explaining that the woman driving mentioned the barrier came down and the vehicle stopped, although he attributed it to a panic attack.
Other users expressed disapproval of the incident, criticizing the disregard for traffic signals. "Most people in Miami think traffic signals are decorative," one person commented.
On the social media platform X, a user mentioned it was her first time using the Brightline service and experienced the accident, sharing the car's condition afterward.
Recent Accidents Involving Brightline Trains
Since Brightline trains began operating in Florida, several high-speed train accidents have been reported.
Just a few days ago, a train from the same company hit a pedestrian at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Railroad Avenue in Delray Beach, Florida, reported 12 News.
Earlier in June this year, another collision occurred between a Brightline train and a vehicle stuck on the tracks in Broward County. The car appeared to be trapped on the tracks in the Hollywood area, away from the crossing zone.
Brightline Train Accidents: What You Need to Know
The following questions and answers provide more context and information about the recent accidents involving Brightline trains in Florida.
What caused the recent Brightline train accident in Broward, Florida?
The accident was caused by the negligence of the car driver, who got stuck between the barrier arms blocking access to the tracks.
Has Brightline experienced other accidents in Florida?
Yes, there have been several accidents involving Brightline trains in Florida, including a recent incident in Delray Beach where a train struck a pedestrian.
What was the reaction of the owner of the vehicle involved in the Broward accident?
The owner, Matthew Hicks, found the incident somewhat humorous and attributed the driver's actions to a possible panic attack.