Motorcycle crushed by passing train – rider flees the scene

A motorcyclist illegally entered a railway crossing near Be'er Ya'akov after warning signals were activated and the barrier was lowered. A passing train struck the motorcycle, but according to initial reports, the rider managed to abandon it and fled the scene. Emergency teams were dispatched to the location.

An unusual incident occurred today (Tuesday) at a railway crossing near Be'er Ya'akov, when a motorcyclist entered the track area illegally, even though warning signals had already been activated and the barrier was lowered. A passing train struck the motorcycle, but according to initial reports, the rider abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene. Emergency teams from Israel Railways are at the scene handling the incident. Due to the collision, there may be delays in train traffic in the area until the scene is cleared. Israel Railways reiterates that it is strictly forbidden to cross a railway crossing while warning signals are active and the barrier is down, warning that any crossing not in accordance with the law is life-threatening.