Just as Limerick Junction was once infamous for requiring all trains using it to reverse to gain access to the platforms, Merrion Gates are infamous for the number of gate strikes by road users trying to beat the gate closing sequence. Today marks a new low for road users in Ireland.
Some cretin in a truck with an elevated jib ploughed across the line, taking the overhead catenary with him. I earnestly hope that a jail term ensues.
Story on the Irish Rail website here
An update on the story is on the RTE website