Brightline train crash: 1 dead after car tried to beat train, officials say

1 dead after Brightline train strikes car in Brevard County

One person has died after a car and a Brightline train collided Friday afternoon in Brevard County, according to Brevard County Fire Rescue.

One person has died after a car and a Brightline train collided Friday afternoon in Brevard County, according to Brevard County Fire Rescue.

What we know:

A collision between a car and a Brightline train in Brevard County on Friday afternoon killed one person, according to Brevard County Fire Rescue. 

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The crash occurred at the intersection of Eyster Blvd. and Rockledge. Firefighters reportedly witnessed the crash, and authorities said the driver of the car appeared to try to beat the train across the tracks. The intersection remained closed following the incident.

What we don't know:

Details about the identity of the victim have not been released. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and Brightline and the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office have not provided further information. 

What they're saying:

A FOX 35 producer who was on the train, which was bound for Miami, said she witnessed the flames – and could feel the heat against the window.

She said law enforcement came onboard and told passengers that there was an active investigation going on, and that it would likely be hours before the train continued on its journey to Miami. Photos and videos from her vantage point showed at least two ambulances, a fire truck, and a support vehicle in the area.

Brevard County Fire Rescue confirmed the fatality but provided few additional details.