A driver experienced a "moment of absolute madness" after driving his car into the path of a train at a level crossing in a "dangerous manoeuvre". The train driver had to use emergency breaks in order to prevent a collision.
Dalat Gulzar, 51, ignored signs and flashing light at Llanbedr railway station, in Gwynedd, on June 19 last year and endangered the lives of his passengers and those on board the oncoming train when he pulled out in his black Range Rover. CCTV footage played to a trial at Mold Crown Court showed witnesses looking on in horror as the incident played out.
Sentencing on Wednesday, Recorder Lloyd-Jones said: "It's obvious the train driver who gave evidence suffered emotionally as a result of what unfolded before him. One of the things he said was this was one of the nearest misses he has had. CCTV from the train made for shocking viewing."
