Jane Doe Horribly Injured in Train Derailment That Killed 8

Geralyn Ritter from New Jersey survived one of the worst train crashes to date. She was on Amtrak 188 when the train, going 106 mph, derailed circling a curve designed for 50 mph. Eight people died, and hundreds were injured. After the accident, Geralyn's husband, Jonathan, learned of a Jane Doe at a Philadelphia hospital. Her injuries were so bad that he didn't recognize her. "Life can change in a second," she said to Inside Edition Digital's Andrea Swindall

[JLLB]

The fact that she survived having her lower abdomen organs vastly shifted from where they were is a miracle in my eyes. It’s just crazy how that even happened!

[itsnotmew]

It’s an absolute MIRACLE this lady survived. All of those fatal injuries and she was still able to breathe and live long enough until help. One strong lady right here

[alfredowaltergutierrezmald]

the joy of this woman in her face talking about it is an indicator that she luckily overcame the emotional baggage of that terrible trauma and moved on with her life. What a great inspiration! I admire her so much

[Sugarglidergirl]

She seems like such a sweet person.
I feel like talking to her is just so comforting.

[tiffanyleung]

How she survived is beyond me... What a miracle.

[teassister]

her positive energy is definitely the reason why she healed so profusely!! optimism is the cure!!

[shirleyscott]

I don’t think I could have gotten on a train again, especially the same one. This woman has an amazing attitude.

[Frazzled_Chameleon]

She is still so lively and able to look back on everything with laughter. What a strong and incredible woman.

[Dallas-Nyberg]

She is one tough cookie... To go through all that and still be able to smile is astonishing.
All the very best to her and her family.

[Suziesweetworld]

It means a lot to hear her talk about the mental side of medical trauma. I’m a young cancer patient and she’s such a beacon of hope for me after going through so much.

[genericname]

I know she said it's not about being strong, but damn what a strong woman. Not many people can speak about such a traumatic event lightly, let alone with such good humor.

[briank.]

HOW did she survive!!? Good God man! May she spend each and every precious moment, appreciating life.

[Abcdefghijk]

“Dad, I need my mom” ugh that hit my soul. I cannot imagine! So horrific!

[edgon]

Her explaining how her insides were rearranged gave me a feeling that makes me not want to go into the medical field 😂

[GamingFanactic]

She is such a sweet and positive person. Horrific accident and a true miracle she made it. ❤❤🙏

[rainbowcat]

She’s such a wonderful speaker, with a beautiful outlook and take on her situation. She truly would be a wonderful public speaker, or even an optimistic comedic for helping others through these traumatic experiences!!! What a truly amazing speaker

[painintheback]

I wasn’t in a train wreck but I am going through major trauma with multiple major surgeries on my back, pelvis and leg. Still have another surgery on my back and pelvis to walk again. I’m just trying to make it through, everything you said is all too real for me. You give me some hope 🙏🏼💕

[kairakatniss]

As a HCP i cant believe you survived, even the pain during healing. Absolute miracle. Jsut astounding that youve recovered to the extent you have.

[redmoondani]

Wow, the light that shines from this woman is BRIGHT. I'm so glad her family gets to continue to live alongside someone so strong and beautiful. What a badass lady, I wish the best 😊

[bryn]

I really appreciate her talking about the mental suffering she also faced, it made me feel very validated in my own experience!