Slow train foils suicide attempt

LODI, Calif., Sept. 17 (UPI) -- A California man who tried to commit suicide by lying down on the train tracks in the Central Valley was saved by low speed and a cow-catcher.

The 57-year-old picked a spot Wednesday afternoon near the Lodi Depot, The Sacramento Bee reported. The train was only doing 15 to 20 mph.

"As the train approached, the cattle guard pushed the male to the side," Police Sgt. Fernando Martinez said.

The man was hospitalized with injuries to his shoulder and stomach. Once his physical problems are treated, he will receive a psychiatric evaluation, Martinez said.