Emergency services rushed to the scene after a person was struck by a bus on Green Lane in Ilford shortly after 8:00pm on Wednesday evening.
The collision occurred near the junction with Park Road, prompting an immediate response from London Ambulance Service and Metropolitan Police. The road was completely blocked in both directions as emergency crews attended to the incident.
The road remained closed for over an hour, causing significant delays to traffic and disruption to local bus routes.
Bus Routes Diverted
Transport for London confirmed that the following services were affected:
- Routes 128 and 150 were diverted via Goodmayes Road, High Road, and Winston Way.
- Route 145 was rerouted from South Park Drive, avoiding the closure area.
Normal service resumed at 9:29pm, once the scene was cleared and the area declared safe.
Public Reassured as Incident Cleared
At this stage, no official update has been provided on the condition of the person struck, though emergency services were seen working swiftly to manage the situation and traffic flow.
Local authorities are urging any witnesses to come forward if they saw the incident.
Community Impact
Green Lane is a key arterial road in Ilford, heavily used by both buses and local traffic. The temporary closure created tailbacks and delays across the surrounding areas during peak evening hours.
Residents expressed concern online, with many taking to local community forums to share updates and traffic warnings.
If you witnessed the incident or have dashcam footage, you are urged to contact local police via 101.
