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Richmond Today
By the People, for the People
Bay Area Hospital Seeks Help Identifying Man After Train Crash
Unidentified patient remains in critical condition at Highland Hospital in Oakland.
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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Alameda Health System is asking for the public's help identifying a man in his 30s who was critically injured after being struck by a train in Richmond. The unidentified patient arrived at the Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus on Feb. 9 without identification and has a distinctive tattoo on his left arm that reads 'Luz Alicia'.
Why it matters
Identifying the patient is crucial for providing proper medical care and notifying his family. Train collisions can be devastating, and this incident highlights the importance of public awareness and cooperation in these situations.
The details
The man is described as being around 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing 144 pounds, and having a tattoo on his left arm that reads 'Luz Alicia'. Hospital staff have been unable to confirm his identity despite canvassing the area, conducting fingerprinting, and working with law enforcement agencies.
- The man was struck by a train near the 1900 block of Carlson Avenue in Richmond on February 9, 2026.
- He was transported to Highland Hospital in Oakland on the same day.
The players
Alameda Health System
The health system that operates Highland Hospital, where the unidentified patient is receiving treatment.
Highland Hospital
The hospital in Oakland where the unidentified patient is in critical condition.
What’s next
Hospital staff continue to work with law enforcement agencies and a private investigator to try to identify the patient and notify his family.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of public awareness and cooperation in identifying victims of serious accidents, as it can be crucial for providing proper medical care and support to those in need.
