East Midlands Railway released shocking video of children playing on the tracks at Bingham station

A railway company has released shocking footage of children dangerously playing near the railway lines.

The video released by East Midlands Railway shows children loitering and playing dangerously close to the railway tracks at Bingham station.

The surveillance cameras recorded numerous incidents involving children risking their lives.

These included actions such as playing on the lines and cutting across the tracks.

One piece of footage shows a child retrieving one of his shoes which had been thrown onto the tracks by his friend.

Lucy Gallacher, emergency planning manager at East Midlands Railway, said: "These scenes are deeply worrying and clearly show that local children in Bingham still don't understand how dangerous it is to trespass onto railway tracks.

"We are urging parents and guardians in the town to make sure their children know that playing on or near railway tracks can result in tragic and life-changing consequences.

"Children need to understand the simple facts that trains can not swerve, nor can they stop suddenly. If you trespass onto the line you are putting your life at risk, it's as simple as that.”

East Midlands Railway appeals to anyone who witnesses trespassing on the railway to call 0800 40 50 40 or 999 or text 61016.