Barriers fail to drop as train comes through Shropshire rail crossing
A controversial level crossing caused problems at the weekend as its automated barriers failed to close despite flashing lights warning of an approaching train.
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The level crossing in Wem, on Aston Street has built a reputation for its barriers causing problems since it became automated in October 2013, regularly causing tailback traffic.
The latest incident happened some time on Sunday.
Over the past three years there have been 25 cases of dangerous driving recorded at the crossing when motorists have ignored the warning signs to drive across. The figures were revealed last November by British Transport Police.
Five years ago Network Rail named the junction as the sixth most dangerous in the country.
