Hunt for idiot yobs who risked hundreds of lives dumping concrete blocks on railway before train smashed into them
THE hunt is on for three foolish yobs who risked hundreds of lives by dumping concrete blocks on a railway track in the path of an oncoming train.
A high-speed train smashed into the debris in Croston, Lancashire, and swayed violently as the driver battled to stay on the tracks.
Fortunately, the terrified driver was able to control the train on tracks near Ridley Lane.
The British Transport Police have just released CCTV photos from the incident which happened at 5.20pm on Wednesday 14 August.
Images show three youths standing on the tracks with the concrete in their hands.
Police are no appealing to the public for help in identifying the boys, believing may have information that can help with the investigation.
It is the sixth time concrete debris has been placed on the tracks in the area.
British Transport Police said: "Placing items on the tracks is extremely hazardous: those involved are endangering their lives and could possibly cause severe damage to trains."
The scenario may have been very different if the train was full of passengers at the time.
If the train had been derailed, many lives may have been lost.
Anyone with information is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40.
Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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