Shock footage online as safety moves fail

Safety measures have failed to stop motorists dicing with death at an Angus junction.

Angus Council agreed to put the road markings down last summer after deciding against £62,000 realignment work given the “low accident record”.

The red markings were finally put down on the north and south approaches to the Carnoustie junction in Muirdrum to warn of the crossroads following a public campaign.

The issue was highlighted when a string of “video nasties” went viral showing motorists failing to stop at the crossroads and driving straight across.

Residents say the safety measures have failed to nip the problem in the bud and it is just as bad as ever.

A shocking video has now been made public to highlight the problem once again.

The footage shows a driver flying across the junction “at speed”.

The road he flew across is regularly used by cyclists and horses as well as members of the public.

Carnoustie SNP councillor Mark Mcdonald said: “The signage is clear heading into Muirdrum and frankly this example of reckless driving is all too familiar heading into Angus villages where many don’t adjust their speed.

“Steps have been taken to try and stop this from happening and most drivers do cross safely but it’s vital people pay attention behind the wheel and follow the road signs.”

The latest video was posted on social media which prompted a warning from some residents that “it will take a fatality there before any action is taken”.

Carnoustie councillors Brian Boyd and David Cheape took up the issue previously after communities committee councillors approved the recommendation of a ‘do nothing’ option.

The increased pressure led to the local authority taking action and putting down red road markings to warn of the impending crossroads.

A spokesman for Angus Council said: “Where we receive any complaints or concerns relating to vehicles, such as vehicles travelling at excessive speed or drivers ignoring clear and established road signs and markings, we will report them to the Traffic Co-ordination Group forum, which is attended by Police Scotland.

“The next meeting is on May 28.”