2 people killed after vehicle strikes Brightline train in West Palm Beach

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2 people killed after vehicle strikes Brightline train in West Palm Beach

Two people were ejected and killed after a vehicle crossed onto active train tracks and was struck by a northbound Brightline train Sunday afternoon


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Investigators say the railroad crossing gate arms were down and warning lights and sounds were activated at the time of the crash.

By: Emma Romano , Zitlali Solache
Posted 4:31 PM, May 24, 2026 and last updated 11:53 PM, May 24, 2026

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Two people died Sunday after a vehicle drove onto active train tracks and was struck by a Brightline train in West Palm Beach. … West Palm Beach Police and Fire Departments responded to the crash along the 600 block of Roseland Drive around 3:15 p.m.

A vehicle heading westbound on Roseland Drive crossed onto active train tracks and was struck by a Brightline train traveling northbound. … Two individuals were ejected from the vehicle and died as a result of their injuries. … Investigators say the railroad crossing gate arms were down and warning lights and sounds were activated at the time of the crash.

WPTV Reporter Zitlali Solache spoke with a witness, who recalls the moments unfolding. … “We heard the screeching of the tire when they turned the corner. Then a few seconds later we heard a loud crash and so then we quickly came to check it out," said Keyly Rivera. "Then I turned to the corner over here and then I just see a bus of rubble and smoke and I’m like oh my goodness someone just crashed."

Investigators believe alcohol may have been a factor in the crash. … This is a developing story. Stay with WPTV for updates.