The Breakfast Club DONKEY: 2 Teens Break Into Railroad Facilities, Stealing and Crashing A Train
Aug 14, 2025
Two South Carolina teens took reckless creativity to a new level by stealing a train and crashing it, sparking a discussion about youth crime. The podcast explores the underlying social issues contributing to such behavior, emphasizing the need for effective solutions. It highlights the importance of redirecting youthful energy towards positive pursuits and advocates for educational and emotional support as essential tools for at-risk youth. Ultimately, it calls for a collective effort to address societal shortcomings and foster a brighter future for young individuals.
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Teens Steal A Train And Derail It
- Two juveniles in South Carolina unlawfully entered rail facilities, started a locomotive, drove it around and caused a derailment.
- Charlamagne reports they face charges including second-degree burglary, grand larceny, and malicious damage to property.
Misdirected Talent Shows Potential
- Charlamagne argues that the creativity and technical know-how shown by the teens proves youth potential when properly guided.
- He says that the same energy used for criminal acts can be redirected toward legitimate, skilled careers like train operation.
Channel Curiosity Into Railroad Careers
- Connect interested youth to training and entry-level railroad roles instead of criminalizing curiosity.
- Charlamagne highlights basic requirements: high school diploma, physical exam, FRA certification, and on-the-job training toward higher-paying rail jobs.