02/11/2016

Warning Issued Over Fatal Consequences Of Using Railway Lines As A Shortcut

Police have issued a warning to the public of the fatal consequences of using railway lines as a shortcut.

The PSNI made the call after reports that a man and two children were seen on a railway line in Ballykelly on Tuesday afternoon, 01 November.

A spokesperson said: "It is a breach of bye-laws and can cause the train lines can be closed resulting in passenger delays."

(CD)

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