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By Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP on November 20, 2025
A heartbreaking crash in Fort Worth claimed the life of a child on Wednesday afternoon after a Trinity Railway Express train collided with a vehicle on the city’s east side. Everyone at Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP offers sincere condolences to the family facing this devastating loss.
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A message from Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP:
“Any loss of a child is shattering. Our hearts are with this family as they face the unthinkable. In times like this, our role is simply to protect victims from additional harm and help them understand their options. Investigators will look to sort out the mechanism of the tragedy, but someone has to make sure they look beyond the surface and get clarity about the underlying issues. Speaking with an experienced attorney early can make a significant difference in preserving the evidence needed to understand what truly happened.”
What We Know About the Fort Worth Train Crash
Fort Worth police responded shortly before 4:00 p.m. to Elliot Reeder Road and Colony Court, where officers found a heavily damaged vehicle that had been struck by a TRE train. Early information released by police shows the vehicle, which had an adult and a child inside, attempted to drive around an activated train barricade in the moments leading up to the collision. The child died at the scene, and the adult was taken to a local hospital. As of Wednesday evening, police had not released an update on the adult’s condition.
DART issued an alert shortly after the crash advising passengers to expect delays while emergency crews worked along the tracks. The circumstances surrounding the collision remain under active investigation.
Understanding Train–Vehicle Collisions in Texas
Texas continues to see some of the nation’s highest rates of serious transportation incidents, and train crossings are a known risk point. When a crash happens at a railroad crossing, investigators typically look at several key factors, including:
- Whether the crossing arms and warning systems functioned as required
- The speed of the train
- Visibility and environmental conditions
- Engineer and operator actions
- Whether the crossing met federal safety standards
Even when early reports suggest a vehicle went around a barricade, investigators still explore broader safety issues, including whether the warning systems provided adequate time and visibility. These factors often play a role when families start evaluating potential civil claims.
What Families Should Know After a Train Accident
In Texas, families affected by a fatal or catastrophic collision may have the right to pursue compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Funeral and burial costs
- Loss of financial support
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
These cases can involve multiple parties, including the railway operator, the municipal agencies responsible for crossing maintenance, and others connected to the train’s operation or the crossing’s safety features.
Because each case depends on specific evidence, it is important to seek guidance before signing documents or speaking with insurance representatives. Early evidence preservation plays a major role in determining what happened and who may be responsible.
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Potential Injuries From Train Collisions
Train collisions tend to result in catastrophic injuries because of the size and speed of the locomotive. Survivors may face internal injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spinal trauma, or symptoms that emerge hours or days after the crash. Families affected by these events often need clarity about medical treatment, time away from work, and long-term recovery.
How Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP Helps Families After Serious Accidents
At Anderson, Cummings & Drawhorn, LLP, we have worked with families across Fort Worth for many years, and tragedies like this one weigh heavily on all of us. When someone comes to us after a serious accident, we take the time to listen, understand what happened, and explain what options they may have moving forward. Our role is to guide families through a difficult moment, answer their questions, and help protect their rights while they focus on healing.
This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive guidelines. This page was approved by attorney Seth Anderson, whose team has more than 50 years of combined legal experience in helping victims of personal injury seek justice.
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