Delivery robot hit by Brightline train after getting stuck on tracks in Fort Lauderdale

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A food delivery robot was destroyed Friday after becoming stuck on railroad tracks as a Brightline train approached, leaving bystanders unable to intervene before the train struck it.

Witnesses watched as the robot was crushed on impact, causing a temporary stop along the Brightline route.

“It’s scary,” said resident Audrey Foy. “I’m glad it’s just a robot, but it needs to be better managed.”…

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