I can address the subject Line: "Railroad and passengers held hostage."

It seems that the police these days hold many people "hostage" whenever there is a crime to investigate. I, myself, do not think there is a justification for stopping all rail traffic because a dead body was found near the tracks. Allowing rail traffic to proceed should have no effect or hindrance on investigating a crime or incident that occurred near the tracks.

Where he said there is a waste of taxpayer money, I can understand his opinion if he meant that Metrolink in its entirety is a waste of taxpayer money. He is entitled to that opinion although others may have a different opinion.

If he meant that the expensive police investigation is a waste of taxpayer money, that is a legitimate opinion.