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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Amelia Neath

Train crash investigation finds tractor driver asked for permission to cross before 80mph collision

The Transport for Wales train hit the trailer at 80mph while on its way to Cardiff on 22 May - (RAIB)

An investigation into a crash between a farm trailer and a train moving at 80mph in Herefordshire found that the driver of the trailer reached out for permission to cross the tracks at the level crossing ahead of the collision.

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB), an independent agency that works with the Department for Transport, has released its initial findings on what happened during the crash.

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