‘Unthinkably stupid’: Woman filmed lying across railway tracks in East Sussex

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Authorities are pleading with the public to stop "dangerous behaviour" at level crossings after a woman was captured on film lying down on railway tracks in southeast England earlier this week. The incident at Tidemills level crossing near Seaford is the latest instance of dangerous behaviour on the railway which could have ended with fatal or life-changing consequences, according to Network Rail. Tracy Partridge, East Sussex level crossing manager at Network Rail, said: "We are concerned about repeated dangerous behaviour at Tidemills level crossing which follows the near misses which took place last year. “A split-second decision can have life-changing consequences, not only for those involved but also for their family and friends, train drivers and railway workers.” She added: "Please, never take chances when using level crossings and if you have any concerns, always contact Network Rail or British Transport Police."