Teen critically injured after falling while train surfing on Sydney Harbour Bridge
A teenage boy suffered critical injuries after an incident on the Sydney Harbour Bridge, suspected of train surfing.
At approximately 11.30am on Thursday, the 17-year-old sustained significant head, chest, and pelvis injuries from a fall off a moving train.
NSW Police Inspector Luke Barrett confirmed the boy’s actions as train surfing, also known as buffer riding.
Inspector Barrett described the situation as tragic for both the boy and his family.
Safety warning
Authorities caution against this dangerous activity driven by social media trends.
The teen, part of a group of three, climbed onto the train before the fall.
No allegations suggest the other two were riding the train, but they are cooperating with the police investigation.
