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Incident Overview
A man believed to be in his 40s has tragically died after being struck by a light rail carriage in Surry Hills, central Sydney. The shocking incident, which occurred on Devonshire Street, caused significant disruption to light rail services and is currently under investigation by NSW Police.
Location and Time
The fatal incident occurred on Devonshire Street in Surry Hills, a busy inner-city suburb of Sydney. The collision took place at approximately 1:15 pm on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
Vehicles Involved
The incident involved a light rail carriage operating on the Sydney light rail network. No other vehicles were directly involved in the collision with the pedestrian.
Crash Description
A pedestrian, believed to be a man in his 40s, was hit by a light rail carriage while on Devonshire Street in Surry Hills. He became trapped underneath the carriage for an extended period. The exact circumstances leading to the pedestrian being struck by the light rail are currently under investigation by authorities.
Injuries/Fatalities
The man, believed to be aged in his 40s, sustained critical injuries as a result of being hit and trapped by the light rail carriage. Despite the efforts of paramedics, he died at the scene before he could be extricated from under the carriage and transported to a hospital. He has not yet been formally identified.
Emergency Response
Emergency services, including paramedics and police, were quickly dispatched to Devonshire Street in Surry Hills following reports of the incident. Paramedics attempted to provide medical aid to the trapped man at the scene. Fire and rescue crews were also involved in efforts to free the individual from under the light rail carriage. The area was secured by police to allow emergency responders to work.
Investigation
NSW Police have established a crime scene at the location of the incident and are conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision. A report will be prepared for the coroner, who will officially determine the cause of death. The investigation will seek to understand how the pedestrian came to be on the tracks and struck by the light rail.
Witnesses/Appeals
The article does not explicitly state an appeal for witnesses. However, in incidents of this nature, police typically encourage anyone who may have witnessed the event or has relevant dashcam or CCTV footage from the area to come forward and assist with their inquiries.
Community Impact
The shocking incident has had a significant impact on Sydney’s public transport network, with light rail services between Moore Park and Central being halted for some time. This has caused disruption for commuters. The tragic loss of life also has an emotional impact on those who witnessed the event and the broader community.
Contributing Factors
At this stage of the investigation, the specific contributing factors to the incident have not been released. The police investigation will consider all relevant aspects, including the actions of the pedestrian, the operation of the light rail, and any environmental factors that may have played a role.