Parents Sue Union Pacific Over Train Death

The parents of 15-year-old Sergio Rodriguez, a Milby High School student who was struck and killed by a Union Pacific train while walking to school, have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Union Pacific Railroad and a third-party train operator. The lawsuit alleges negligence, claiming the train was traveling at an excessive speed, the horn was not sounded in time, and there were no barriers at the well-known pedestrian crossing frequently used by students. Union Pacific responded, calling the incident an unfortunate accident and emphasizing pedestrian rail safety education. Witnesses reported that Sergio attempted to cross in an undesignated area and possibly tripped, while Union Pacific claims he tried to outrun the train. The lawsuit seeks over $1 million in damages, asserting that the tragedy was preventable and highlighting the need for improved safety measures to prevent future incidents.