British Transport Police has released footage of the moment a man decided to take a short cut over a level crossing at Truro station as a train was approaching.

The footage was released as part of BTP’s week of action at level crossings, dubbed ‘Operation Look’, in the hope that people will think twice about putting their lives at risk.

In the video, the man can be seen making his way down the station stairs to the exit. However, instead of leaving the station with everyone else, he foolishly decided to jump onto the tracks and head for the level crossing. Fortunately an eagle-eyed member of staff spotted the man and flagged down an oncoming train.

The footage of the incident can be viewed below.

The man, who was identified thanks to a BTP witness appeal, has been issued with a caution after the incident on Saturday, December 20.