(CNN) -- While tragedy envelops the families of the injured and dead in New York's Metro North train derailment, the train's operator could be facing a crisis of his own from criminal charges, if compelling evidence supports them. Although such charges are difficult to prove in accident cases, this one may prove to be an exception to the rule. It is the kind of high-profile case involving multiple deaths and many injuries that will undoubtedly attract the careful scrutiny of the prosecutor in charge: Bronx District Attorney Robert Johnson. Even at this early stage of the investigation, it would appear that a determined prosecutor could find adequate evidence to support an indictment.
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Paul Callan: Train operator could face charges if evidence supports criminal negligence
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Callan: Criminally negligent homicide very difficult to prove, but possible in this case
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Callan: Grounds seem adequate to seek an indictment against train engineer Rockefeller
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Gov. Cuomo says tragedy related to "excessive speed and reckless handling of the train"
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