Person Trapped Under Bus in Thornton Heath! Emergency Crews Rush to Scene
Serious Incident Shuts Down Rigstock Road
Emergency services scrambled to Rigstock Road, Thornton Heath, after a person reportedly became trapped beneath a bus just after 11:15am on Tuesday, 18 June. The incident happened near the busy junction with London Road, causing major disruption.
Fire Brigade, Ambulance & Police Respond
London Fire Brigade, London Ambulance Service, and Metropolitan Police quickly arrived at the scene. Firefighters used specialist equipment to free the trapped individual, while ambulance crews worked urgently to provide medical aid.
There’s no official update on the person’s condition yet, but sources suggest the casualty remains stuck under the vehicle, believed to be a route 250 or 198 bus.
Road Closures and Diversions in Place
Authorities have cordoned off Rigstock Road and parts of London Road. Bus routes are being diverted, and both motorists and pedestrians are strongly advised to avoid the area as emergency teams manage the crisis.
Police Beg Witnesses for Dashcam Footage
Investigators are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward to assist the ongoing investigation.
Updates will follow once the trapped individual’s condition is confirmed and recovery efforts are completed.
