10-Year-Old Boy Seriously Injured in Horror Bus Crash on A259 Sandgate Esplanade
A 10-year-old boy was seriously hurt after being hit by a bus on the A259 Sandgate Esplanade yesterday evening. The shocking accident happened around 6:10 PM. Emergency crews airlifted the child to a London hospital for urgent treatment.
Site Haunts Locals After Another Tragedy
The crash has shaken the community deeply, especially as it took place at the very spot where 7-year-old William Brown was fatally struck by a car on 6 December 2023. Details of the boy’s condition remain unclear as emergency services rushed to the scene to offer immediate aid.
Swift Emergency Response Saves Critical Minutes
Paramedics and an air ambulance team responded without delay. They stabilised the boy at the scene before flying him to hospital for specialist care.
“We received a call about a serious incident involving a young boy and a bus on the A259 Sandgate Esplanade. Our teams acted swiftly to provide emergency care, and the boy was airlifted to a hospital in London. Our thoughts are with him and his family during this difficult time,” said an emergency services spokesperson.
Community Demands Action on Dangerous Road
Residents are furious and fearful over the recurring accidents on the A259 Sandgate Esplanade. Many have called for urgent safety improvements to prevent more tragedies.
Emma Thompson, a local resident, said: “It’s heartbreaking to see another young child injured at the same spot where William was killed last year. We need better safety measures to stop these tragedies happening again.”
Local Authorities Promise Road Safety Review
In response, council officials confirmed they are taking the community’s concerns seriously.
“We are aware of the tragic accidents on the A259 Sandgate Esplanade. A thorough investigation is underway, and we will take necessary steps to enhance road safety,” a local council spokesperson said.
Community leaders are pushing for stricter speed limits, improved signage, and better pedestrian crossings to protect vulnerable road users — especially children.
The Call to Protect Sandgate’s Children
As the boy fights for recovery in hospital, Sandgate’s community stands united, demanding action to make their streets safe. This latest tragedy is a brutal reminder of how critical it is to improve safety measures on this deadly stretch of road.
