The second homeless person versus train incident in four days took place on Sunday.

Manteca Police indicated a homeless man and his dog were walking along the Union Pacific tracks between Yosemite Avenue and Center Street on Sunday at 10:36 a.m.

The man’s dog went onto the tracks and his leash got stuck on a railroad tie.

The man tried to free the dog but both were struck by the train.

The dog did not survive.

The 53-year-old homeless resident of Manteca survived, but he has a severe injury to his left arm. He was transported to an area hospital for immediate medical care. 

The white and brown pit bull mix was taken to the Manteca Animal Shelter until arrangements can be made.

Based on the man’s immediate medical needs, police were not able to establish his relationship to the dog.

The train stopped on the tracks blocking the crossings at Yosemite Avenue, Center Street, Walnut Avenue, and Union Road for a several hours.

Manteca Police Sgt. Steve Beermann noted, “It is important for the public to remember that trains coming through town cannot stop in a reasonable distance to avoid hitting persons or animals on the track.”

“For example, this train took almost a mile to come to a complete stop. Therefore, it is important to stay off the tracks unless crossing at an approved crossing when the arms are up, and no trains are approaching.”

Any witnesses are urged to call Manteca Police Dispatch at 209.456.8101.

On Wednesday, a homeless woman was struck and killed by a train near the 120 Bypass overcrossing of Moffat Boulevard.

Manteca averages two pedestrian versus train deaths a year.