A young child's life was tragically cut short on Tuesday in Ocean City, Maryland, after being struck by a tram while crossing the boardwalk. The incident has left the community in mourning and raised concerns about the safety of boardwalk trams.
A 2-year-old boy was tragically killed on Tuesday evening in Ocean City, Maryland, after being struck by a tram while crossing the boardwalk. The fatal incident occurred around 8:14 p.m. near the boardwalk tram pad close to Dorchester Street, according to a statement from the Ocean City Police Department.
EMS personnel rushed to the scene but pronounced the child dead. The identity of the young victim has not yet been released.
Tragic Loss: 2-Year-Old Boy Killed in Boardwalk Tram Accident
The child was crossing the street when a southbound tram struck him. Both tram conductors remained at the scene after the collision, and a section of the boardwalk was temporarily closed while authorities investigated.
The Ocean City Traffic Safety Unit is currently investigating the incident, and no further details have been released. However, local media reports have highlighted previous incidents involving the boardwalk trams, raising questions about their safety.
Tragic Loss: 2-Year-Old Boy Killed in Boardwalk Tram Accident
According to records obtained by the Daily Times in 2019, there have been several incidents involving the Ocean City tram where individuals have suffered minor injuries. Between 2015 and 2019, ten reported incidents occurred where people were bumped or struck by the tram, resulting in relatively minor injuries.
In a more serious incident in 2017, a couple sued the town of Ocean City after the wife sustained severe injuries in an accident with the tram. The lawsuit alleged that the tram conductors were negligent in failing to properly secure the tram and ensure the safety of passengers and pedestrians.
Tragic Loss: 2-Year-Old Boy Killed in Boardwalk Tram Accident
The tragic death of the 2-year-old boy has sent shockwaves through the Ocean City community. Residents and visitors alike have expressed their condolences to the family and called for a thorough investigation into the accident.
Mayor Rick Meehan released a statement expressing his deepest sympathies to the victim's family and pledged that the city would cooperate fully with the investigation. He also noted that the city has been working to improve the safety of the boardwalk and will continue to do so in light of this tragic incident.
The boardwalk tram system in Ocean City has been in operation for over a century, providing convenient transportation to residents and tourists alike. However, the fatal accident has raised questions about the need for additional safety measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
As the investigation unfolds, the community of Ocean City mourns the loss of a young life and calls for increased safety measures to ensure that the boardwalk remains a safe and enjoyable place for all who visit.
