Tram Operator Issues Stark Warning: End Tram Surfing Before Tragedy Strikes.

Shaun Kenneth, service delivery and security manager at Nottingham Express Transit (NET), said:

“We are issuing an urgent plea to any young people who may be considering taking part in the TikTok “tram surfing” trend and requesting the support of parents and guardians at this time. This activity must stop immediately. This isn’t just unsafe; it is a potentially fatal mistake – one that is not worth a short-lived moment of social media attention.

“Our drivers have no control or ability to prevent what happens to any tram surfers that are in such present and real danger. Once aware of an incident, the protocol is to brake immediately which, alongside the obvious risks of holding onto a moving tram, could result in a severe and irreversible accident.

“We are working with the police and local schools to identify those taking part in the trend. All incidents are logged and handed over to the police, supported by our high-quality CCTV at all trams and tram stops, as well as the highly visible nature of the social media videos.

“Thank you to those in the local community that are sending over videos and reporting incidents. Please help us to stop this life-threatening behaviour by reporting it to our team directly through the help buttons located at every tram and tram stop, or contacting us via our discreet WhatsApp service on 0115 824 6060.”