Darius McCollum has been arrested 32 times for impersonating New York City transit workers and driving their routes without permission.
“How one man's love of transport led to a lifetime of incarceration.”
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Darius McCollum has been arrested 32 times for impersonating New York City transit workers and driving their routes without permission.
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Darius McCollum, a boy from Queens, New York, found refuge in the subway system during the 1970s. By age 8, he had memorized the entire transit network. Over the next three decades, McCollum impersonated bus drivers and subway conductors, commandeering hundreds of vehicles without causing harm. Arrested 32 times, he spent 23 years in maximum security prison for his actions. Directed by Adam Irving, Off the Rails examines McCollum's life, his passion for transit, and the challenges faced by individuals with Asperger's syndrome.
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Why Watch
- Meet Darius McCollum, a unique transit enthusiast.
- See how McCollum drove a packed train at just 15.
- Find out why he attended transit worker union meetings.
Did You Know
- Darius McCollum was jailed 32 times for transit-related crimes.
- He memorized the entire New York City subway system by age 8.
- McCollum has spent 23 years in maximum security prison.
- The film took three years to complete and was directed by Adam Irving.
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Who is Darius McCollum?
Darius McCollum is a man with Asperger's syndrome who was jailed 32 times for impersonating New York City bus drivers and subway conductors.
How many times has Darius McCollum been arrested?
Darius McCollum has been arrested 32 times throughout his life.
What is the runtime of Off the Rails?
Off the Rails has a runtime of 87 minutes.
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