RO-1995-119

A car travelling south-west on Metcalfe Road, Ranui on 17 November 1995 moved onto the level crossing while a train was approaching. The level crossing alarms, consisting of flashing lights and bells, were operating. A collision resulted in which the front seat passenger was killed. The causal factor was the car driver's fitness for driving. Safety issues identified were the dangers associated with motor vehicle driver fatigue.