As it turns out, a train would be the least of their worries. Right before they reached the other side, the bridge started to rise. Turns out, it was a bascule bridge.

Both students tried to hold on, but one fell into the river. The second student hung onto the bridge's tresles. The one that fell was found underwater 10 minutes later. He was declared dead later that day. The other student was rescued, and treated for back and ankle injuries.

What makes it even more senseless is that the student that died was a three-time ESPN Academic All-American.

Orlando Sentinel article: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/fl-lynn-death-folo-20101212,0,722935.story

Confirmation from Lynn University website: http://www.lynnfightingknights.com/sports/soccer-men/lynn-student-athlete-kyle-conrad-dies-following-tragic-accident

Submitted on 12/13/2010

Submitted by: Jeff Leadbeater
Reference: Orlando Sentinel, 11/13/2010

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Bruce said:
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I was ready to toss this as being an all too common train/pedestrian collision. Boy was I wrong! Thanks, Jeff!

Candi said:
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How the heck could they not tell what kind of bridge it was? Thanks Jeff!

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