Monongahela, PA – Jaimyn Rauchfuss Killed in Train Accident Near Fourth St

Monongahela, PA (February 22, 2022) – One person was killed in a fatal train accident that took place in Monongahela on Saturday afternoon, February 19.

According to Washington County Police, the accident happened around 2:20 p.m. at the Fourth Street and Railroad Street crossing. A driver identified as 22-year-old Jaimyn Rauchfuss was traveling in a passenger vehicle in the area. The driver went across the railroad crossing when their vehicle was suddenly struck by a passing train.

Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other local responders were called to the scene to help those in need. Rauchfuss was severely injured in the accident. She was tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to these injuries.

Witnesses spoke with police and said that they heard train brakes before the collision. However, there are no railroad crossing arms in the area to alert drivers of an oncoming train.

The area was blocked for an extended period of time following the accident.

No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Fatal Train Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Hundreds of lives are lost as a result of train accidents every year in the U.S. Pennsylvania is, unfortunately, no stranger to these horrific accidents. In 2020, it was reported that approximately 757 people were killed in fatal train accidents within the country. These accidents continue to happen every year due to an array of reasons including negligence, human error, mechanical errors, and more. In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down if you have lost someone you love in a fatal train accident. If you have sustained these immense losses, you should have the skilled help of an attorney on your side.

It is never easy to face the loss of a loved one whose life has been taken prematurely in a fatal train accident. These accidents are never to be expected. As you are grieving the loss of your loved one, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the bills that continue to pile up against you. This can be a difficult time in your life and one that you and your family are not prepared to face on your own. Because of this, you should speak with a compassionate Monongahela wrongful death attorney in your time of need.

Monongahela Train Accident Attorneys 

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our dedicated attorneys are here to help you after you have lost someone you love in a fatal train accident. We understand that there is no amount of compensation that can ease your pain after these losses. However, financial compensation can help you move forward and pay the bills after you have sustained these immense losses. You have options and should never have to stand alone after a fatal accident. We will help you work toward the compensation you deserve for a wide array of aspects, including the following:

• Medical expenses
• Funeral and burial costs
• Pain and suffering

We are here for you every step of the way when it comes to your case. Please contact a train accident attorney in Monongahela at (215) 731-9900 to find out how we can assist you.

Note: Independent sources were used to create this post including news stories, witness statements, social media posts, and first-hand accounts about the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident that are represented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you find incorrect information or would like the post to be removed, please contact us immediately.  We will correct the inaccurate information or will remove the post completely.

Disclaimer: As a well-respected member of the community, we at Edelstein, Martin & Nelson strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who drives on our roads and highways. We are always saddened by these accidents but hope that, through awareness members of our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.