Houston Student Fatally Struck by Train Near Milby High School

The 15-year-old, identified as Sergio Rodriguez, crossed tracks at an unmonitored area; calls for safety measures and leadership changes follow.

Sergio Rodriguez, a 15-year-old Milby High School sophomore and football player, was struck and killed by a Union Pacific train on Monday morning while crossing tracks near the school.
Houston ISD confirmed that Rodriguez crossed the tracks outside a designated crossing area, which was unmonitored, and emphasized that student safety remains a priority.
Community members have criticized the school's response to the incident, with over 850 signatures on a petition calling for the removal of Principal Ruth Pena, citing a lack of empathy and leadership during the crisis.
Mayor John Whitmire has directed city departments to assess the feasibility of constructing a pedestrian bridge to improve safety at the Broadway Boulevard crossing.
Houston ISD is offering counseling and financial support to Rodriguez's family, while the Houston Police Department and Union Pacific continue to investigate the incident.