LAKE BALBOA, CA — Authorities have identified the two individuals who were tragically struck and killed by a Metrolink train in Lake Balboa earlier this week. The Los Angeles County Office of Medical Examiner confirmed the victims as 31-year-old Anna Jacobson, identified on Tuesday, and 34-year-old Jose Avina, named on Wednesday.
The fatal incident occurred on Monday evening in the 17000 block of Roscoe Boulevard, near Balboa Boulevard. Emergency responders from the Los Angeles Fire Department arrived at the scene at approximately 6:12 p.m. after receiving reports of a train colliding with two pedestrians. Upon arrival, firefighters assessed the situation and pronounced both Jacobson and Avina dead at the scene.
The circumstances that led to the victims being struck by the train remain unclear, and the incident is still under investigation. Authorities are working to determine whether the victims were on the tracks intentionally or accidentally, as well as any potential contributing factors such as visibility, train speed, or warning signals.
The tragic deaths of Anna Jacobson and Jose Avina have left the Lake Balboa community in mourning. Friends, family, and loved ones are grappling with the sudden loss of two individuals whose lives were cut short in such a devastating manner.
Metrolink officials and local authorities are urging the public to exercise caution near railroad tracks and to adhere to all safety warnings and barriers. Pedestrian-train collisions are often preventable, and this incident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of staying alert and avoiding railroad tracks unless at designated crossings.
As the investigation continues, authorities are asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Further updates will be provided as more details emerge. The community is coming together to support the families of Jacobson and Avina during this difficult time, while also reflecting on the need for greater awareness and safety around railroad tracks.
