Driver narrowly avoids freight train in Midvale.
A woman in Midvale, Perth, narrowly escaped a collision with a freight train. Police have released footage of the incident, highlighting the dangerous situation. The event occurred overnight and has raised concerns about railway safety.
- ▪The incident took place in Midvale, Perth.
- ▪Police released footage showing the woman's near miss with the freight train.
- ▪The event has sparked discussions about railway safety in the area.
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