British Transport Police (BTP) officers have been visiting schools in the Ecclesfield area sharing a stern message with youngsters whilst also making clear the dangers of trespassing on the railway.
Railway trespass carries terrible risks with BTP dealing with hundreds of incidents every year, often ending with tragic consequences or life-changing injuries.
The incidents have taken place over the last few months in the Butterthwaite Lane area and have grown from trespass to stone-throwing with more serious instances seeing trains hit with large objects like shopping trollies, fence panels and ladders.
BTP are now carrying out increased patrols in the area and also includes plainclothes officers.
Anyone who see's someone trespassing can get in touch by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40.
Always ring 999 in an emergency.
British Transport Police and Network Rail are currently running a hard-hitting safety campaign, You Vs Train, which demonstrates the horrific consequences that trespassing on the railway bring. To find out more about You vs Train please visit:
PC Darren Martin said:
“Incidents of anti social behaviour and criminal damage are a major concern. Placing items on the line and stone-throwing are not trivial matters – someone could be seriously hurt and even cause a derailment apart from the disruption to journeys for hundreds of passengers.
“The safety of passengers and rail staff is our priority which is why we are increasing resources in the area and anyone who is caught carrying out criminal damage will be brought before the courts.”
“The railway is not a playground – it is strictly out of bounds. I urge parents to check where their teenagers are and remind them of the dangers of hanging around near railway lines.
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 stay off the tracks.”
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