Bavaria: barriers open: train driver prevents collision

Munich (dpa / lby) - At a level crossing in Munich, an S-Bahn almost collided with cars and pedestrians. The barriers near the Fasanerie stop were open despite the approaching train, the police said on Thursday. The train driver was able to avoid a collision with emergency braking. He suffered a shock and had to be relieved. According to the police, the barrier system at the crossing had been damaged since August 2022. That's why there are employees around the clock who block off the crossing with red and white tape when an S-Bahn arrives. In the incident on Tuesday, there was probably a communication error: The police assume human error and are investigating because of the danger to rail traffic.