Footage captures near misses on tram tracks

Footage showing drivers, cyclists and pedestrians acting dangerously near oncoming trams has been released.

South Yorkshire Supertram shared the CCTV video to mark World Day for Safety and Health at Work.

In a post on social media, the transport body said: "Every clip shows just how quickly things can go wrong when people don't stop, look both ways, or stay aware near crossings and platforms."

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2 May 2025

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