The relativity of simultaneity



Regarding Einstein’s train gedanken depiction of the Relativity of
Simultaneity.

In ‘Relativity the Special and General Theory’ Einstein points out
that from the stationary observer’s point of view (M) flash B (toward
which the train is moving) will reach the passenger before flash A.

Will flash B arrive at the passenger’s location at the same point
relatively to the platform as seen by the stationary observer?

I.e. if there is a second stationary observer (S) located at the point
where, according to M, flash B arrives at the passenger’s location
will the passenger see flash B when he is at the same location as S?
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