Three high school pupils were rushed to hospital after reportedly falling from a window of a double-decker bus in Greater Manchester.
Major Emergency Response at Scene
Emergency services scrambled to Bolton Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield just before 4pm on Tuesday following reports of the incident. A large emergency team was dispatched and attended promptly.
Police Investigate as Pupils Survive with Non-Life-Threatening Injuries
Greater Manchester Police’s Inspector Simon Barrie confirmed the injuries are serious but not life-threatening.
“This does appear to be an unfortunate accident at this time, but we will be making enquiries as to the circumstances and liaising with partners,” he said.
Police are still working to establish the full details of what happened. The road was temporarily closed but has since reopened.
Transport for Greater Manchester Sends Support
A spokesperson for Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) said:
“Our thoughts are with those injured and we want to wish them a speedy recovery. Emergency services remain at the scene, and we are working closely with the bus operator in supporting police with their enquiries into the incident.”
