Body Found on Metro Tracks, LAPD Investigates Possible Train Strike

Body Found on Metro Tracks, LAPD Investigates Possible Train Strike

> At a Glance

> – A body was discovered on Metro A Line tracks in South L.A. just before 6 a.m. Friday

> – Police suspect the person may have been hit by a train

> – Streets around 41st St. and Long Beach Ave. are closed while detectives investigate

> – Why it matters: The incident is disrupting morning commutes and raising safety concerns

A death investigation is underway after a body was found on Metro train tracks in South Los Angeles early Friday, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

The discovery, made shortly before 6 a.m. on the Metro A Line, has prompted authorities to shut down nearby streets.

Investigation Details

Officers responded to the tracks near 41st Street and Long Beach Avenue after reports of a body in the area. Investigators believe the person may have been struck by a passing train.

The intersection remains closed while detectives document the scene and interview potential witnesses.

What Happens Next

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  • Coroner’s office will determine the official cause of death
  • Metro riders should expect delays through the corridor
  • LAPD asks anyone with information to contact them

Traffic is being detoured onto parallel routes; no estimated time for reopening has been released.

Key Takeaways

  • Death occurred on Metro A Line tracks in South L.A.
  • Fatal injury appears consistent with train impact
  • Streets remain closed for forensic investigation
  • No further details released pending family notification

Author

  • My name is Marcus L. Bennett, and I cover crime, law enforcement, and public safety in Los Angeles.

    Marcus L. Bennett is a Senior Correspondent for News of Los Angeles, covering housing, real estate, and urban development across LA County. A former city housing inspector, he’s known for investigative reporting that exposes how development policies and market forces impact everyday families.

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