Teen accused of derailing train, recording the crash and posting it online
SUMMARY
A Nebraska teenager faces serious charges after allegedly derailing a train, recording the crash, and posting it on YouTube. The 17-year-old, charged with two felony counts of criminal mischief, is being considered for adult court by Lancaster County prosecutors. Court records reveal the teen reported the incident on April 21st, then asked investigators about the crash’s cause. He is accused of tampering with the rail, leading to two locomotives and five loaded BNSF Railway cars derailing in Bennet. One car collided with an empty coal car, causing $350,000 in damages. Despite denying tampering with the switch, evidence suggests the teen knew its location and operation. A video of the crash appeared on his YouTube channel, ZUnit06, shortly after the derailment.
