Man who was shoved in front of MAX train 'thankful' to be alive

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The suspect who allegedly shoved a man in front of a MAX train was back in court Thursday to face several charges, including attempted murder.

The victim who narrowly walked away with his life is now speaking out after a quick-thinking MAX operator was able to deploy the emergency brake in the nick of time. 

Patrick Kirby said he’s grateful to be alive. Though he’s ready to put the past behind him, he said he still feels anxious coming back to work....