Transport police hunt Nelson train yobs

The incident happened as the train, the 8-44 a.m. Blackpool South to Colne service, travelled through the Chaffers crossing at Barkerhouse Road, Nelson.

As the train made its way through the crossing a brick was thrown at the rear cab window, smashing it.

PC John Phillips, investigating for BTP, said: “I cannot overstate just how dangerous this type of behaviour is.

“Thankfully there was no-one in the rear cab at the time; if there had been we could have been looking at an incident resulting in serious injuries or even a fatality.

“Any object when thrown at a train has the potential to become a lethal weapon due to the speeds involved and the exacerbating factor of splintered glass.”

He added: “It is vital we trace those responsible before someone is seriously injured.

“Clearly the culprits feel it is acceptable- and possibly fun – to throw objects at trains. This couldn’t be further from the truth.

“BTP takes a dim view of anyone who endangers the safety of others and we will do everything we can to trace the offenders and put them before the courts.”

If you have information about the incident, call BTP on 0800 40 50 40 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111. In all calls please quote background log B12/NWA of 12/10/10.