(L.A.) Preston Blanton, 50, Died on Railroad Tracks

Case Number: 2022-08164

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 50-year-old Black male that occurred on railroad tracks.

The coroner’s office has identified the man as Preston Blanton.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Blunt Force Traumatic Injuries

RIP PRESTON BLANTON (May 3, 1972 – August 6, 2022)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Saturday at 4:20 a.m.

The decedent was indigent and homeless. He passed away by Colorado Blvd & San Antonio Rd., in Arcadia, California 91007.

Map views only approximate location and do not indicate the precise spot where the incident happened.