‘Train surfers’ draw flak for risky stunt: 'Stupidity of the highest order'

Adventure is one thing, but risking one's life for a fleeting moment of adrenaline? Some might say that's downright foolishness.

The latest shocking moment comes all the way from Melbourne, where two hooded figures decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train.


Probably oblivious to the grave danger buzzing just centimetres above their heads, the duo was caught in their thrill-seeking venture on camera, not minding as a high-powered electric line lay within their reach.

A disturbing spectacle for anyone watching, the brazen stunt was labelled as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.


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Two people decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train in Melbourne. Credit: Leonard J Matthews/Flickr


‘Melbourne's rail network is not a playground, and those who treat it like one are only putting themselves at risk of serious injury or death,’ aMetro Trains spokesperson said.

‘Train surfing and coupler riding is the stupidity of the highest order—and no stunt, thrill, or social media post is worth a life,’ they continued.


‘Beyond the obvious risk to life, these incidents can stop train services in their tracks and cause significant and unnecessary disruption to passengers,’ the spokesperson added, highlighting that not only it would risk the surfers’ lives, but could also cause significant delays on commuters.

Not only it is illegal, the ‘subway surfers’ can be fined more than $400 for the stunt they pulled.

As of writing, the duo's identities are yet to be determined.

Social media users have condemned the act, with one writing: ‘All fun and games till they fall. Maybe that's the only way they will learn.’

‘So dangerous,’ another person remarked.

A third person stated: ‘Unbelievable they got nothing else to do.’

Metro Trains' security team, in collaboration with Victoria Police, are on the case to thoroughly investigate incidents involving train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing.


Earlier this year, authorities in New South Wales initiated a crackdown on similar hazardous behaviour.

These 'extremely dangerous and stupid' acts saw a 13 per cent increase since 2021.

Understandably, school holidays often show a spike in these frightening figures.

Tragically, rail corridors' illegal trespassing has led to eleven lives lost in the past five years—a harrowing testament to the deadly repercussions of this senseless tomfoolery.

You can watch 9News’ report about the incident here:



Key Takeaways

  • Shocking video footage has emerged of two individuals train-surfing in Melbourne, an act condemned as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.
  • Metro Trains' spokesperson stated that Melbourne's rail network is not a playground and such
    dangerous stunts risk serious injury or death, besides causing potential disruption to services.
  • Perpetrators of train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing can face fines of over $400. Metro Trains' security team is cooperating with Victoria Police to investigate such incidents.
  • Transport authorities have recorded a rise in such incidents, an increase of over 13 per cent since 2021, and have issued warnings against this extremely dangerous act. In the past five years, eleven people have died from illegal trespassing in rail corridors.

At the end of the day, it's a matter of respect: for the law, for the public transport system, for fellow travellers, and most importantly, for one's own life.

What do you think of this story, members? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
 
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Adventure is one thing, but risking one's life for a fleeting moment of adrenaline? Some might say that's downright foolishness.

The latest shocking moment comes all the way from Melbourne, where two hooded figures decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train.


Probably oblivious to the grave danger buzzing just centimetres above their heads, the duo was caught in their thrill-seeking venture on camera, not minding as a high-powered electric line lay within their reach.

A disturbing spectacle for anyone watching, the brazen stunt was labelled as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.


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Two people decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train in Melbourne. Credit: Leonard J Matthews/Flickr


‘Melbourne's rail network is not a playground, and those who treat it like one are only putting themselves at risk of serious injury or death,’ aMetro Trains spokesperson said.

‘Train surfing and coupler riding is the stupidity of the highest order—and no stunt, thrill, or social media post is worth a life,’ they continued.


‘Beyond the obvious risk to life, these incidents can stop train services in their tracks and cause significant and unnecessary disruption to passengers,’ the spokesperson added, highlighting that not only it would risk the surfers’ lives, but could also cause significant delays on commuters.

Not only it is illegal, the ‘subway surfers’ can be fined more than $400 for the stunt they pulled.

As of writing, the duo's identities are yet to be determined.

Social media users have condemned the act, with one writing: ‘All fun and games till they fall. Maybe that's the only way they will learn.’

‘So dangerous,’ another person remarked.

A third person stated: ‘Unbelievable they got nothing else to do.’

Metro Trains' security team, in collaboration with Victoria Police, are on the case to thoroughly investigate incidents involving train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing.


Earlier this year, authorities in New South Wales initiated a crackdown on similar hazardous behaviour.

These 'extremely dangerous and stupid' acts saw a 13 per cent increase since 2021.

Understandably, school holidays often show a spike in these frightening figures.

Tragically, rail corridors' illegal trespassing has led to eleven lives lost in the past five years—a harrowing testament to the deadly repercussions of this senseless tomfoolery.

You can watch 9News’ report about the incident here:



Key Takeaways

  • Shocking video footage has emerged of two individuals train-surfing in Melbourne, an act condemned as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.
  • Metro Trains' spokesperson stated that Melbourne's rail network is not a playground and such
    dangerous stunts risk serious injury or death, besides causing potential disruption to services.
  • Perpetrators of train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing can face fines of over $400. Metro Trains' security team is cooperating with Victoria Police to investigate such incidents.
  • Transport authorities have recorded a rise in such incidents, an increase of over 13 per cent since 2021, and have issued warnings against this extremely dangerous act. In the past five years, eleven people have died from illegal trespassing in rail corridors.

At the end of the day, it's a matter of respect: for the law, for the public transport system, for fellow travellers, and most importantly, for one's own life.

What do you think of this story, members? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Just downright stupid and dangerous. It's unbelievable the things people will do to get their 'jollies'
 
This is stupidity at its worst.
Do these people not realise how many people this will affect if they are killed.

The driver
The emergency crew
Any witnesses
And then there is their family and friends.

The fine should be higher and also add some community service
 
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Adventure is one thing, but risking one's life for a fleeting moment of adrenaline? Some might say that's downright foolishness.

The latest shocking moment comes all the way from Melbourne, where two hooded figures decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train.


Probably oblivious to the grave danger buzzing just centimetres above their heads, the duo was caught in their thrill-seeking venture on camera, not minding as a high-powered electric line lay within their reach.

A disturbing spectacle for anyone watching, the brazen stunt was labelled as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.


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Two people decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train in Melbourne. Credit: Leonard J Matthews/Flickr


‘Melbourne's rail network is not a playground, and those who treat it like one are only putting themselves at risk of serious injury or death,’ aMetro Trains spokesperson said.

‘Train surfing and coupler riding is the stupidity of the highest order—and no stunt, thrill, or social media post is worth a life,’ they continued.


‘Beyond the obvious risk to life, these incidents can stop train services in their tracks and cause significant and unnecessary disruption to passengers,’ the spokesperson added, highlighting that not only it would risk the surfers’ lives, but could also cause significant delays on commuters.

Not only it is illegal, the ‘subway surfers’ can be fined more than $400 for the stunt they pulled.

As of writing, the duo's identities are yet to be determined.

Social media users have condemned the act, with one writing: ‘All fun and games till they fall. Maybe that's the only way they will learn.’

‘So dangerous,’ another person remarked.

A third person stated: ‘Unbelievable they got nothing else to do.’

Metro Trains' security team, in collaboration with Victoria Police, are on the case to thoroughly investigate incidents involving train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing.


Earlier this year, authorities in New South Wales initiated a crackdown on similar hazardous behaviour.

These 'extremely dangerous and stupid' acts saw a 13 per cent increase since 2021.

Understandably, school holidays often show a spike in these frightening figures.

Tragically, rail corridors' illegal trespassing has led to eleven lives lost in the past five years—a harrowing testament to the deadly repercussions of this senseless tomfoolery.

You can watch 9News’ report about the incident here:



Key Takeaways

  • Shocking video footage has emerged of two individuals train-surfing in Melbourne, an act condemned as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.
  • Metro Trains' spokesperson stated that Melbourne's rail network is not a playground and such
    dangerous stunts risk serious injury or death, besides causing potential disruption to services.
  • Perpetrators of train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing can face fines of over $400. Metro Trains' security team is cooperating with Victoria Police to investigate such incidents.
  • Transport authorities have recorded a rise in such incidents, an increase of over 13 per cent since 2021, and have issued warnings against this extremely dangerous act. In the past five years, eleven people have died from illegal trespassing in rail corridors.

At the end of the day, it's a matter of respect: for the law, for the public transport system, for fellow travellers, and most importantly, for one's own life.

What do you think of this story, members? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

I think it's indicative of the attitude today with many that they feel they can get away with this.
 
Adventure is one thing, but risking one's life for a fleeting moment of adrenaline? Some might say that's downright foolishness.

The latest shocking moment comes all the way from Melbourne, where two hooded figures decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train.


Probably oblivious to the grave danger buzzing just centimetres above their heads, the duo was caught in their thrill-seeking venture on camera, not minding as a high-powered electric line lay within their reach.

A disturbing spectacle for anyone watching, the brazen stunt was labelled as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.


View attachment 30755
Two people decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train in Melbourne. Credit: Leonard J Matthews/Flickr


‘Melbourne's rail network is not a playground, and those who treat it like one are only putting themselves at risk of serious injury or death,’ aMetro Trains spokesperson said.

‘Train surfing and coupler riding is the stupidity of the highest order—and no stunt, thrill, or social media post is worth a life,’ they continued.


‘Beyond the obvious risk to life, these incidents can stop train services in their tracks and cause significant and unnecessary disruption to passengers,’ the spokesperson added, highlighting that not only it would risk the surfers’ lives, but could also cause significant delays on commuters.

Not only it is illegal, the ‘subway surfers’ can be fined more than $400 for the stunt they pulled.

As of writing, the duo's identities are yet to be determined.

Social media users have condemned the act, with one writing: ‘All fun and games till they fall. Maybe that's the only way they will learn.’

‘So dangerous,’ another person remarked.

A third person stated: ‘Unbelievable they got nothing else to do.’

Metro Trains' security team, in collaboration with Victoria Police, are on the case to thoroughly investigate incidents involving train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing.


Earlier this year, authorities in New South Wales initiated a crackdown on similar hazardous behaviour.

These 'extremely dangerous and stupid' acts saw a 13 per cent increase since 2021.

Understandably, school holidays often show a spike in these frightening figures.

Tragically, rail corridors' illegal trespassing has led to eleven lives lost in the past five years—a harrowing testament to the deadly repercussions of this senseless tomfoolery.

You can watch 9News’ report about the incident here:



Key Takeaways

  • Shocking video footage has emerged of two individuals train-surfing in Melbourne, an act condemned as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.
  • Metro Trains' spokesperson stated that Melbourne's rail network is not a playground and such
    dangerous stunts risk serious injury or death, besides causing potential disruption to services.
  • Perpetrators of train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing can face fines of over $400. Metro Trains' security team is cooperating with Victoria Police to investigate such incidents.
  • Transport authorities have recorded a rise in such incidents, an increase of over 13 per cent since 2021, and have issued warnings against this extremely dangerous act. In the past five years, eleven people have died from illegal trespassing in rail corridors.

At the end of the day, it's a matter of respect: for the law, for the public transport system, for fellow travellers, and most importantly, for one's own life.

What do you think of this story, members? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

hopefully one day they will have an accident doing this causing them extremely serious and permanent injury
 
Adventure is one thing, but risking one's life for a fleeting moment of adrenaline? Some might say that's downright foolishness.

The latest shocking moment comes all the way from Melbourne, where two hooded figures decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train.


Probably oblivious to the grave danger buzzing just centimetres above their heads, the duo was caught in their thrill-seeking venture on camera, not minding as a high-powered electric line lay within their reach.

A disturbing spectacle for anyone watching, the brazen stunt was labelled as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.


View attachment 30755
Two people decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train in Melbourne. Credit: Leonard J Matthews/Flickr


‘Melbourne's rail network is not a playground, and those who treat it like one are only putting themselves at risk of serious injury or death,’ aMetro Trains spokesperson said.

‘Train surfing and coupler riding is the stupidity of the highest order—and no stunt, thrill, or social media post is worth a life,’ they continued.


‘Beyond the obvious risk to life, these incidents can stop train services in their tracks and cause significant and unnecessary disruption to passengers,’ the spokesperson added, highlighting that not only it would risk the surfers’ lives, but could also cause significant delays on commuters.

Not only it is illegal, the ‘subway surfers’ can be fined more than $400 for the stunt they pulled.

As of writing, the duo's identities are yet to be determined.

Social media users have condemned the act, with one writing: ‘All fun and games till they fall. Maybe that's the only way they will learn.’

‘So dangerous,’ another person remarked.

A third person stated: ‘Unbelievable they got nothing else to do.’

Metro Trains' security team, in collaboration with Victoria Police, are on the case to thoroughly investigate incidents involving train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing.


Earlier this year, authorities in New South Wales initiated a crackdown on similar hazardous behaviour.

These 'extremely dangerous and stupid' acts saw a 13 per cent increase since 2021.

Understandably, school holidays often show a spike in these frightening figures.

Tragically, rail corridors' illegal trespassing has led to eleven lives lost in the past five years—a harrowing testament to the deadly repercussions of this senseless tomfoolery.

You can watch 9News’ report about the incident here:



Key Takeaways

  • Shocking video footage has emerged of two individuals train-surfing in Melbourne, an act condemned as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.
  • Metro Trains' spokesperson stated that Melbourne's rail network is not a playground and such
    dangerous stunts risk serious injury or death, besides causing potential disruption to services.
  • Perpetrators of train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing can face fines of over $400. Metro Trains' security team is cooperating with Victoria Police to investigate such incidents.
  • Transport authorities have recorded a rise in such incidents, an increase of over 13 per cent since 2021, and have issued warnings against this extremely dangerous act. In the past five years, eleven people have died from illegal trespassing in rail corridors.

At the end of the day, it's a matter of respect: for the law, for the public transport system, for fellow travellers, and most importantly, for one's own life.

What do you think of this story, members? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

fine should be much more. how about $4000+
 
An example of today lack of respect for people, property and the law. Young people often think they are invincible and can do anything they like. When things go wrong it is someone else's fault - no responsibility.
What makes me mad is when someone loses their life on one of these stunts the family always say how admired the dead were & how wonderful they were. Why didn't they tell the lost one that while they lived instead as an afterthought when they are dead? It might have made all the difference to them getting in with the wrong crowd.
 
Adventure is one thing, but risking one's life for a fleeting moment of adrenaline? Some might say that's downright foolishness.

The latest shocking moment comes all the way from Melbourne, where two hooded figures decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train.


Probably oblivious to the grave danger buzzing just centimetres above their heads, the duo was caught in their thrill-seeking venture on camera, not minding as a high-powered electric line lay within their reach.

A disturbing spectacle for anyone watching, the brazen stunt was labelled as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.


View attachment 30755
Two people decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train in Melbourne. Credit: Leonard J Matthews/Flickr


‘Melbourne's rail network is not a playground, and those who treat it like one are only putting themselves at risk of serious injury or death,’ aMetro Trains spokesperson said.

‘Train surfing and coupler riding is the stupidity of the highest order—and no stunt, thrill, or social media post is worth a life,’ they continued.


‘Beyond the obvious risk to life, these incidents can stop train services in their tracks and cause significant and unnecessary disruption to passengers,’ the spokesperson added, highlighting that not only it would risk the surfers’ lives, but could also cause significant delays on commuters.

Not only it is illegal, the ‘subway surfers’ can be fined more than $400 for the stunt they pulled.

As of writing, the duo's identities are yet to be determined.

Social media users have condemned the act, with one writing: ‘All fun and games till they fall. Maybe that's the only way they will learn.’

‘So dangerous,’ another person remarked.

A third person stated: ‘Unbelievable they got nothing else to do.’

Metro Trains' security team, in collaboration with Victoria Police, are on the case to thoroughly investigate incidents involving train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing.


Earlier this year, authorities in New South Wales initiated a crackdown on similar hazardous behaviour.

These 'extremely dangerous and stupid' acts saw a 13 per cent increase since 2021.

Understandably, school holidays often show a spike in these frightening figures.

Tragically, rail corridors' illegal trespassing has led to eleven lives lost in the past five years—a harrowing testament to the deadly repercussions of this senseless tomfoolery.

You can watch 9News’ report about the incident here:



Key Takeaways

  • Shocking video footage has emerged of two individuals train-surfing in Melbourne, an act condemned as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.
  • Metro Trains' spokesperson stated that Melbourne's rail network is not a playground and such
    dangerous stunts risk serious injury or death, besides causing potential disruption to services.
  • Perpetrators of train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing can face fines of over $400. Metro Trains' security team is cooperating with Victoria Police to investigate such incidents.
  • Transport authorities have recorded a rise in such incidents, an increase of over 13 per cent since 2021, and have issued warnings against this extremely dangerous act. In the past five years, eleven people have died from illegal trespassing in rail corridors.

At the end of the day, it's a matter of respect: for the law, for the public transport system, for fellow travellers, and most importantly, for one's own life.

What do you think of this story, members? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Been happening since the invention of trains. Only issue is if they make a mess if it. These days, it shuts down Urban train systems, affecting millions.
 
Bloody clowns. Bring back the birch and administer it along with a fine. It would make them, and others like them, think twice before pulling stunts like that again 🤬
 
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Adventure is one thing, but risking one's life for a fleeting moment of adrenaline? Some might say that's downright foolishness.

The latest shocking moment comes all the way from Melbourne, where two hooded figures decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train.


Probably oblivious to the grave danger buzzing just centimetres above their heads, the duo was caught in their thrill-seeking venture on camera, not minding as a high-powered electric line lay within their reach.

A disturbing spectacle for anyone watching, the brazen stunt was labelled as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.


View attachment 30755
Two people decided to hitch a ride on the back of a moving train in Melbourne. Credit: Leonard J Matthews/Flickr


‘Melbourne's rail network is not a playground, and those who treat it like one are only putting themselves at risk of serious injury or death,’ aMetro Trains spokesperson said.

‘Train surfing and coupler riding is the stupidity of the highest order—and no stunt, thrill, or social media post is worth a life,’ they continued.


‘Beyond the obvious risk to life, these incidents can stop train services in their tracks and cause significant and unnecessary disruption to passengers,’ the spokesperson added, highlighting that not only it would risk the surfers’ lives, but could also cause significant delays on commuters.

Not only it is illegal, the ‘subway surfers’ can be fined more than $400 for the stunt they pulled.

As of writing, the duo's identities are yet to be determined.

Social media users have condemned the act, with one writing: ‘All fun and games till they fall. Maybe that's the only way they will learn.’

‘So dangerous,’ another person remarked.

A third person stated: ‘Unbelievable they got nothing else to do.’

Metro Trains' security team, in collaboration with Victoria Police, are on the case to thoroughly investigate incidents involving train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing.


Earlier this year, authorities in New South Wales initiated a crackdown on similar hazardous behaviour.

These 'extremely dangerous and stupid' acts saw a 13 per cent increase since 2021.

Understandably, school holidays often show a spike in these frightening figures.

Tragically, rail corridors' illegal trespassing has led to eleven lives lost in the past five years—a harrowing testament to the deadly repercussions of this senseless tomfoolery.

You can watch 9News’ report about the incident here:



Key Takeaways

  • Shocking video footage has emerged of two individuals train-surfing in Melbourne, an act condemned as 'stupidity of the highest order' by Metro Trains.
  • Metro Trains' spokesperson stated that Melbourne's rail network is not a playground and such
    dangerous stunts risk serious injury or death, besides causing potential disruption to services.
  • Perpetrators of train surfing, coupler riding, and trespassing can face fines of over $400. Metro Trains' security team is cooperating with Victoria Police to investigate such incidents.
  • Transport authorities have recorded a rise in such incidents, an increase of over 13 per cent since 2021, and have issued warnings against this extremely dangerous act. In the past five years, eleven people have died from illegal trespassing in rail corridors.

At the end of the day, it's a matter of respect: for the law, for the public transport system, for fellow travellers, and most importantly, for one's own life.

What do you think of this story, members? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

These idiots don't have any brains and won't learn unless they are killed and then it's too late.
 

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