Caltrain stopped providing details about people hit by the train, including suicides, to prevent copycat suicides. This change led to a sharp drop in fatalities, with data supporting reduced deaths since implementation.
The Golden Gate Bridge District provided data showing that media coverage of suicide incidents often triggers additional attempts, leading Caltrain to adopt the new policy. The change was not publicly announced, supported by Mayor Gee to prioritize families and individuals' well-being.
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