British Transport Police issue statement after train line incident in Newark
The British Transport Police have issued a statement after reports of an incident on the train line in Newark.
Police were called to the line at around 8.11pm on Sunday following reports of children on the tracks.
Officers conducted a thorough search of the area but no one was located.
The lines were put on stop temporarily while officers attended.
A British Transport Police spokesman said: "Trespassing on the railway is extremely dangerous and we see hundreds of people taking risks on and around the tracks every year, resulting in tragic consequences or life-changing injuries.
"If you witness someone trespassing, please text us on 61016 or call 0800 40 50 50. In an emergency, always dial 999."
Superintendent Alison Evans, of British Transport Police, said: “Trespassing on the railway can have serious, life-changing consequences for the individual, their loved ones and the wider community.
"Please, make sure you know the rail safety basics and pass that knowledge onto your loved ones. Lead by example and stay off the tracks.”
Sergeant Rob Pile added: “Parents and carers play a vital role in preventing tragedy resulting from trespass by ensuring they know where their children are and talking to them about the dangers of trespassing. So please, have that conversation with those in your care and encourage them to stay off the tracks.”
A new film — Parallel Lines — has also been launched to get children and young people to not only think about the devastating consequences their actions can have on them and their loved ones, but the wider, sometimes hidden harm caused to the community, in particular rail staff. Watch below.
Important messages for parents and carers to share with children:
The rail network is never switched off. Electricity powers the overhead cables and third rail 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The rail network does not go to sleep once the last passenger services have run. Freight trains run all through the night.
Never anticipate that you know when the next train is due. The reduced number of passenger trains running on the network during the day will allow more freight services to operate during the daytime hours, transporting vital goods around the country. A freight train can travel at up to 100mph.
