'I thought he was dead': The dark side of train surfing 7NEWS Spectrum

When Aiyden O'Donoghue falls from a moving train, he's left lying on the track with the next one due in 15 minutes. He's 15 years old, and suddenly, his future looks more uncertain than ever. If you or anyone you know is struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For any rail-related incidents, don't hesitate to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or in an emergency, call 000.

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'I thought he was dead': The dark side of train surfing 7NEWS Spectrum is an episode from Spectrum: A 7NEWS Podcast by Seven West Media.

This episode is 26:48 long.

This episode was published on Mar 9, 2025.

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