Train driver ignored red signal

摘要

A former train driver has been given a three-month suspended prison sentence after he admitted ignoring warnings and safety systems on a train he was driving in October 2013. Stevenage magistrates court heard that the 20:40 Cambridge to London Kings' Cross train, driven by former First Capital Connect train driver, Scott Wal-ford, passed a red signal. The train's warning safety system applied automatic brakes but Mr Walford deliberately reset the system and continued on without seeking the required authorisation. Prior to leaving Cambridge, Mr Walford had also failed to set up his Cab Secure Radio, which prevented any direct contact from the signaller. As a result of his actions, Mr Walford's train ran "out of control" putting himself, passengers and train staff at risk of a serious incident, such as a collision with an oncoming train. Following the incident Mr Walford was relieved from all duties at First Capital Connect.