Driver injured after brick dropped onto moving train

POLICE in Lisburn are investigating after a brick was dropped from a bridge onto a moving train.

The brick was dropped onto the Belfast - Dublin Enterprise train at Bells Lane, Lambeg at around 8.20pm on Tuesday night smashing a window and injuring the driver.

The Irish Rail driver sustained a minor injury to his eye, however he was able to complete his journey to Dublin.

Lisburn Area commander Chief Inspector Darrin Jones said “This was an unbelievably stupid and dangerous act. Not only was the life of the driver placed in jeopardy but also those of the passengers.

“The individuals who dropped that brick need to consider what could have happened had the driver been seriously hurt or if they had caused a tragedy, how would that feel?

“I am urging anyone who knows the identity of those involved in this crime to contact police on 0845 600 8000.”

There were 17 passengers onboard the train at the time.

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