train robbery

A train robbery involves individuals intentionally stopping or intercepting a train to steal its valuables, such as cash, goods, or cargo. Historically common in the 19th and early 20th centuries, robbers often used weapons, dynamite, or force to overpower crew and gain access. Modern-day equivalents are rare but can include security breaches or hijackings. The crime relies on timing, planning, and exploiting the train's vulnerabilities, often taking advantage of limited security measures. Train robberies are now largely a part of history, replaced by more sophisticated security protocols in transportation.