Emergency services rushed to the scene in South Norwood late on Saturday, December 14, after a bus accident caused its roof to be ripped off.
Eyewitnesses described hearing an explosion-like sound as the roof of the bus collided with an overhead structure, leaving passengers shocked and one woman injured.
Eyewitness Accounts
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Local resident Equinox who was driving behind the bus, recounted the harrowing moment:
“I gave the driver room to come out from the side road, thinking he was going to turn right. I heard what sounded like an explosion and watched the roof being ripped off the bus… Crazy.”
Passengers Aboard
According to reports, there were at least three passengers on board, including a woman sitting at the front of the bus. The woman was injured in the accident but is expected to recover. Witnesses expressed their concern over how close the incident came to being fatal.
Equinox added:
“There was a woman sitting at the front of the bus and two or more passengers at the back. They all looked shocked, but the woman was injured. She could’ve been killed.”
Emergency Response
Emergency services arrived promptly, securing the area and providing medical attention to the injured passenger. It is unclear at this stage what caused the accident, but an investigation has been launched to determine whether driver error, road conditions, or signage visibility played a role.
Community Reaction
The incident has sparked concern among residents about road safety in South Norwood. Social media users expressed shock and relief that the accident did not result in more severe injuries.
One local tweeted:
“This could have been so much worse. Hoping the injured woman recovers quickly.”
Investigation Underway
Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and conducting interviews to establish the sequence of events. The bus involved has been removed from the scene for further examination.
