Apparently so: http://cbs2.com/local/Metrolink.Engineer.Text.2.817045.html

The train system is mighty quick to blame him, but I wonder why there isn't an automated brake that triggers for a STOP signal if not overridden? That's not an unusual amount of automation for a train these days.
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