A tragic incident in Langley has claimed one life after a pedestrian was struck by a train on Thursday evening.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The collision occurred shortly before 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2026. Emergency services, including the Langley RCMP, were dispatched to the scene near the intersection of 206 Street and 98 Avenue following reports of a person being hit by a train.
Upon arrival, crews located the individual who had been struck. Tragically, the person was pronounced dead at the scene. No further details about the victim have been released at this time.
Investigation and Call for Witnesses
The Langley RCMP are leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision. Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.
Anyone who was in the area around the time of the collision is asked to contact the Langley RCMP at 604-532-3200. Any information, no matter how small it may seem, could be crucial to the investigation.
Ongoing Inquiry
As is standard in such incidents, investigations will look into all factors surrounding the collision. The exact events leading up to the tragedy are currently under review by law enforcement.
This marks another somber reminder of the dangers present near railway crossings and tracks. The community of Langley is left mourning this sudden loss.
