Tour Bus Crashes into Tree in Holborn – Driver Unhurt
Morning Collision Shakes London Bus Operator
A London tour bus suffered roof damage after smashing into a leaning tree on Kingsway in Holborn on Monday morning. At around 9 am on February 26, the Tootbus struck a low-hanging branch, causing part of the roof to cave inward.
Damage Captured in Dramatic Photos
Snaps taken at the scene show the bus pulled over with clear damage to its front roof section. Luckily, the vehicle was empty at the time and the driver escaped unharmed.
Company Responds, Investigation Underway
Tootbus UK’s Managing Director, Gavin Brooking, said: “The accidental collision took place this morning. Fortunately, our driver emerged uninjured, and the bus was unoccupied.”
Brooking confirmed an internal probe is in progress to uncover how the crash happened. “We are committed to safety and will put measures in place to stop this happening again,” he added. The incident has also been reported to the authorities.
Police Keep Quiet
The Metropolitan Police declined to comment further on the incident when approached for a statement.
This smash serves as a stark reminder for big vehicle operators to stay alert while navigating London’s tight urban roads.
