Identity of woman struck by train in Bay Area unknown
May 04, 2026
(KRON) -- The Contra Costa County Sheriff's coroner is requesting the public’s assistance to identify a woman who was fatally struck by an Amtrak train.
Investigators said the woman's name has remained a mystery ever since she was found deceased on February 16 in Port Costa. She had a distinctiv
e and small tattoo of a broken heart on her inner left wrist.
Sheriff's officials described the woman as white, 5'4" tall, and weighing 171 pounds. She had brown hair and hazel eyes.
(Photos via Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office)
At the time of her death, the woman was wearing a black pullover top, black and grey plaid pants, as well as red and white Nike athletic shoes.
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Anyone with any information about her identity is asked to contact the coroner’s division at 925-313-2850.
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