🚨 **Shocking Bus Crash in Central London** 🚨
A bus incident in bustling central London has left multiple people injured after a double-decker jumped the kerb near Victoria Station this morning. It all unfolded on Victoria Street around 8:20 AM when the route 24 bus veered off and collided with pedestrians on the pavement.
Thankfully, no fatalities have been reported, but several, including the bus driver, were whisked away to hospital for treatment. The scene was a whirlwind of sirens and flashing lights, with police, ambulances, and a fire engine promptly arriving to lend aid and secure the area.
An eyewitness recounts the terrifying moment the bus tore off the road: “It was coming fast from Westminster… people were screaming inside; it was terrible.” Another witness captured the aftermath, saying, “I heard a massive crash and saw a woman on the ground surrounded by people trying to help.”
Authorities have closed off the road, rerouting traffic, and have temporarily banned smoking nearby due to a diesel spill on Allington Street.
Emergency services, including advanced paramedics and the London Air Ambulance, remain on scene tackling the situation, and an investigation is underway to uncover how this unsettling event unfolded. Transport for London assures they’re working closely with the police to investigate and provide support to those affected.
Stay safe out there, folks, and take care if you’re in the area 🚧. Sending thoughts to all those involved. 💙
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