Woman Critically Injured After Being Struck by Sound Transit Train in SODO
A 38-year-old woman was critically injured after being struck by a Sound Transit Train in Seattle's SODO neighborhood while attempting to cross the tracks.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, September 24, 2026 — A 38-year-old woman sustained critical injuries after a Sound Transit train struck her in Seattle’s SODO neighborhood. The incident occurred as the woman was attempting to cross the train tracks.
The collision took place in the SODO district, a bustling industrial and commercial area of Seattle known for its railway lines. The specific time and date of the incident were not immediately available. The woman, who is 38 years old, was reportedly trying to cross the tracks when the Sound Transit train made contact with her. Emergency services responded to the scene following the incident.
Authorities have confirmed the woman’s critical condition following the impact. Details regarding the circumstances leading up to her attempt to cross the tracks are still being investigated. The extent of her injuries requires significant medical attention.
Sound Transit operates light rail and commuter rail services throughout the Seattle metropolitan area. The SODO neighborhood features a significant amount of trackage for both Sound Transit and freight rail operations, often requiring pedestrians and vehicles to navigate crossings. Information about whether the crossing was authorized or if any safety measures were in place at the exact location of the incident has not yet been provided.
The immediate aftermath of the incident and any specific actions taken by Sound Transit or law enforcement following the event have not been detailed. Updates on the woman’s condition are expected as medical professionals continue treatment. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further information will be released as it becomes available.
Story summarized from the original created by Detective Shane Weatherford on spdblotter.seattle.gov, see more information here.
