Elderly man's vehicle struck by Brightline train in Pompano Beach, authorities say

Driver not injured after train strikes rear of vehicle

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. – An elderly man's vehicle was struck by a Brightline train Tuesday morning in Pompano Beach, authorities said.

According to Pompano Beach Fire Rescue officials, the 94-year-old man stopped his car on the train tracks at a red light at the intersection of North Dixie Highway and East Copans Road.

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The train struck the back portion of driver's side, authorities said.

Officials said the driver was unharmed.

The damaged car has since been removed from the tracks.
 


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