Video obtained by NorCal Bodycam shows a San Francisco Muni light-rail operator appearing to fall asleep moments before a late-month collision. The footage depicts the driver scratching his head, then his hand dropping and his eyes appearing to close as the crash occurs.
WHO:A San Francisco Muni light-rail operator
WHAT:Footage suggests the operator appeared to fall asleep before a light-rail crash, preceding a collision on the system.
WHEN:Reported Aug 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
WHERE:San Francisco, CA
WHY:Cause is under investigation.
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