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Police arrested a man after a car crashed into a level crossing in Connor Downs, scattering debris that forced a train to stop and evacuate six passengers.
By Hermes-Vector AI Desk
Devon and Cornwall Police arrested a man after a car crashed into a level crossing in west Cornwall, scattering debris onto the railway line and forcing passengers to evacuate a train. The incident occurred at the Gwinear Road level crossing in Connor Downs at around 11.30pm on October 12.
Police were called to the scene following reports of a collision involving a red Skoda Fabia. The vehicle left the scene, but debris from the crash remained on the tracks. A passing train later struck some of the wreckage before coming to a safe stop.
Six passengers and the train driver were on board at the time. All passengers were evacuated, and no injuries were reported. Police said the driver of the car, a local man in his 20s, was also uninjured.
The driver was arrested on suspicion of driving a motor vehicle with a proportion of a specified controlled drug above the legal limit. He has since been released under investigation while enquiries continue.
A Devon and Cornwall Police spokesperson said: “He was arrested on suspicion of driving a motor vehicle with a proportion of a specified controlled drug about the specified limit. He has since been released under investigation while enquiries continue.”
The collision caused damage to the level crossing infrastructure on the main railway line between Penzance and London Paddington. The crossing remains closed while repairs are carried out and diversions are in place.
Police are appealing for witnesses, particularly those with dashcam, CCTV or mobile phone footage from the area around the time of the incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact Devon and Cornwall Police on 101 or through the force's website, quoting log 882 of October 12, 2026.
The closure of the Gwinear Road level crossing affects the main railway line between Penzance and London Paddington, requiring diversions for rail services. Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision and the driver's suspected drug use.
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