HESPERIA, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A train struck an SUV Sunday evening in Hesperia, but the driver was able to escape moments before impact.
The incident was reported at approximately 6:13 p.m. on January 25, 2026, near the intersection of W. Santa Fe Avenue and Deodar Street.
A white SUV became disabled on the tracks and was struck by a BNSF freight train hauling tanker cars.
Emergency crews responded to the scene and determined that no injuries occurred as a result of the crash.
According to preliminary information, the driver of the SUV managed to exit the vehicle before it was hit.
It is believed the driver may have fallen asleep prior to the collision. Drugs or alcohol are not suspected to be factors in the incident.
Train traffic was temporarily halted while crews worked to remove the damaged vehicle from the tracks.
The investigation is being handled by BNSF Police, and no further details have been released.
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