A 47-year-old woman is charged after a near-miss involving a freight train at Midvale, according to multiple reports. The woman allegedly drove around railway boom gates, prompting the train crew to take action to avoid a collision. Police say she then rolled her car down an embankment while trying to avoid the train. The reports state she faces a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol.
Emergency services responded to the incident. While the car ended up down an embankment, accounts agree that the freight train did not collide with the vehicle. The charging decision is based on the circumstances reported by police, including the alleged breach of the boom gates and the reported alcohol impairment.
The incident highlights the risks associated with bypassing active level crossing safety systems, where trains may be unable to stop in time even if detected quickly. Court outcomes and further details about the incident are not included in the provided reports.
