Two individuals filmed themselves riding on the exterior of a Los Angeles Metro D Line train for approximately 21 minutes as it traveled beneath the city. The stunt, a dangerous social media trend known as "subway surfing," was captured on video and shared on Instagram.
The footage shows one person perched on the front of the moving train while another recorded from behind. The pair navigated subway tunnels and passed through several underground stations. The video documented the train, which averages about 30 mph, speeding past infrastructure with only feet to spare.
At multiple stops, passengers were visible on station platforms as the train departed with the individuals still on its exterior. The video concluded at the Mid-Wilshire station, where the riders disembarked and walked away. The exact date of the filming and the extent of any additional involvement remain unclear.
Train operators and transit agencies nationwide have issued stern warnings about the risks associated with subway surfing. One train operator commented on the clip, describing the act as "absolutely reckless" and highlighting the potential for fatal consequences, including falling, contact with the third rail, or being struck by a subsequent train.