On Thursday, February 6th, around 6 p.m., a light rail collision occurred, severing the leg of a man in a wheelchair. The incident took place at the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Way South and South Orcas Street, marking the 52nd pedestrian strike since the line’s opening in 2009. Medics quickly applied a tourniquet to the 67-year-old Seattle man’s leg, and he was transported in serious condition to Harborview Medical Center.
Initial reports from police indicate the man was in the trackway while the transit signals were flashing red, prohibiting crossing. Detective Brian Pritchard, a police spokesperson, mentioned that further details, including whether the wheelchair became stuck or if the man was unable to cross the wide intersection during the green light, are not yet available.
A full investigation will be conducted, along with a review of the safety measures in place to prevent such incidents.
At GLP Attorneys, we are sending our best wishes for a swift recovery to the injured man and hope he receives the justice he deserves.
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