Shocking Cyclist Nearly Hit by Train at North Sheen Level Crossing
Reckless Rider Flouts Safety at Level Crossing
A cyclist in North Sheen risked life and limb by darting past downed barriers and flashing red lights at a busy level crossing today. CCTV footage from Richmond upon Thames has gone viral after the man, desperate to save seconds, almost got flattened by a fast-approaching Waterloo-bound train.
Angry Motorists and Social Media Outrage
As stranded drivers tried to confront the cyclist, he responded with a string of curses, clearly indifferent to the danger. The shocking video has racked up over 200,000 views and been shared nearly 3,000 times on Facebook, sparking furious comments.
- Barry Dorton: “Unbelievable.”
- Sarah Hilton: “What a complete idiot. Didn’t care about the barriers or getting hit by a train!”
- Eyewitnesses described the man as “very aggressive and off his nut.”
Police Warn: No Excuse for Taking Shortcuts on Tracks
Barry Dorton also revealed the cyclist had kicked the barrier before his near-miss run. When questioned why witnesses didn’t intervene, they explained his aggression made it too risky.
British Transport Police Inspector Becky Warren weighed in, warning: “There simply is no excuse to be walking on the tracks and jumping over the barriers.” She added, “I’ve seen first-hand the heartbreaking consequences of such stupidity – families left devastated.”
Think Twice Before Flouting Level Crossing Laws
This incident is a stark reminder that those safety barriers and red lights are there for a reason – to save lives. Ignoring them isn’t just reckless, it’s downright dangerous.
