Schoolboy Hit by Bus on Eltham High Street Sparks Chaos
Drama unfolded on Eltham High Street Monday afternoon as a 14-year-old schoolboy was struck by a 314 bus. Eyewitnesses described a shocking scene that quickly drew emergency crews and caused chaos for local transport.
Emergency Crews Rush to Scene
Two ambulances and a first response team arrived in minutes. The area was swiftly cordoned off, forcing bus diversions and traffic delays. Commuters and locals faced lengthy disruption as paramedics treated the boy at the scene before rushing him to hospital.
Locals Demand Safety and Caution
Residents expressed outrage and concern. Many questioned how the accident happened despite multiple pedestrian crossings nearby.
“How can someone get knocked down in-between the crossing? You have one at McDonald’s and one outside Costa. Don’t people get taught the Green Cross Code? The poor driver must be traumatised,” one local said.
Calls for tighter road safety awareness and stricter pedestrian vigilance flooded in following the incident, with many sympathising with the bus driver caught up in the horror.
Police Confirm Injury Not Life-Threatening
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “At around 15:50hrs on 6 October, officers responded to reports of a child being hit by a bus on Eltham High Street.
“A 14-year-old boy was taken to hospital where his injuries were assessed as non-life threatening or life-changing. Enquiries are ongoing.”
They urged anyone with information to contact police on 101 quoting ref CAD4682/06OCT.
Delays and Updates Expected
Authorities warned local residents and commuters to brace for continued delays as investigations and emergency services clear the scene.
Our thoughts remain with the injured boy and his family during this difficult time.
