A homeless man and woman, both 29-years-old, were hit by a Tri-Rail train in Delray Beach Wednesday in attempt to follow through with a suicide pact.
Authorities say the two, Brandon Weiner and Mary Ann Ortega, hugged before laying on the train tracks together. They both remained in critical condition following the impact.
Police say they are the fourth and fifth people hit by trains this week and investigators say most were suicide attempts.
The SunSentinel reports Tri-Rail, which operates commuter trains in South Florida is considering using drones to monitor the tracks to deter suicides. The agency also plans to place signs encouraging people to call the 211 suicide prevention helpline, along with the Florida Department of Transportation planing a public-service campaign on radio, TV and websites urging people to stay off the tracks.
The conductor told investigators in Florida that he unsuccessfully tried to stop his train when he saw a couple hug and lay down on the tracks.
Police continue to investigate.