Armed suspects open fire on BNSF train during attempted robbery in California's Cajon Pass
A group of gunmen fired at a BNSF freight train in the remote Cajon Pass, prompting a response from San Bernardino County deputies, but no injuries were reported.
In the isolated canyon of Cajon Pass, a BNSF freight train was targeted by an armed group that discharged weapons at the locomotive, suggesting a theft motive. San Bernardino County sheriff's deputies, supported by helicopters, secured the scene alongside an ambulance and fire engine. No crew or law-enforcement personnel suffered injuries during the confrontation.
Officials have not clarified the intended loot or confirmed any successful theft. The incident adds to a broader pattern of rail thefts, with the Association of American Railroads reporting over 75,000 incidents valued at more than $200 million in 2025. The case is under ongoing investigation by the sheriff's office and BNSF.
Why it matters
Train robberies threaten freight security and highlight ongoing rail theft problems across the United States.
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