Two Women Dodge Oncoming Train for Risky Photos in Vietnam

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In northern Vietnam's Vinh Phuc Province, two women were caught in a dangerous stunt, posing for photos on railway tracks with a moving train just meters away. On 12th March, around 5:20 p.m., near Huong Lai Station in Vinh Yen City, the train driver persistently honked, a warning the women ignored, as they stood on the tracks. Video footage swiftly circulated on social media, showing the women stepping aside only when the train was a mere five meters from them. In a bid to express his frustration, the driver resorted to splashing water at them.

The incident has sparked an investigation by the Traffic Police Department under the Ministry of Public Security. Vietnam Railways Corporation confirmed the risky occurrence, underscoring the serious nature of the breach. Under Vietnamese law, posing on railway tracks can lead to administrative fines ranging between VND300,000 to VND500,000 (£9 - £15). The reckless behaviour highlights a growing concern over safety on railway infrastructures, prompting authorities to urge compliance with safety regulations, reported VN Express.