Man Critically Injured by Amtrak Train in North Hollywood

An Amtrak train struck and critically injured a pedestrian in North Hollywood today, authorities said.

Paramedics were sent to the 12900 block of Raymer Street about 9:40 a.m., said Brian Humphrey of the Los Angeles Fire Department.

The man was listed in “grave” condition, Humphrey said. There were no injuries on the train, which was westbound when it struck the man, he said.

According to Metrolink, the incident involved Amtrak train 763.

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