Thirty-three pensioners escape injury as car crashes into busy Portsmouth coach
Chaos erupted on Northern Road in Cosham, Portsmouth, when a Silver Ford Focus suddenly pulled in front of a packed 49-seater coach. Miraculously, all 33 passengers—returning from a day trip in Salisbury—walked away unscathed.
Coach driver hailed a hero after near disaster
The coach driver, a local man, was rushed to Queen Alexandra Hospital with whiplash and shock but has since been treated and released. Thanks to his quick reflexes, a much worse collision was avoided.
CCTV footage from the coach shows the Ford Focus cutting sharply into its path just after 5.45pm on Tuesday, November 28. Police quickly closed the road to clear the scene and tended to the vehicles.
Emergency crews flood the scene
- One fire appliance from Cosham ensured safety and tackled a small oil spill
- Two ambulances and a rapid response paramedic from South Central Ambulance Service attended
- Hampshire Police sent multiple officers, including five police cars and two PCSOs
The Ford driver quickly admitted fault at the scene and cooperated fully with authorities. “Car pulled out right in front of my coach this evening,” confirmed a responder at the scene.
Passengers praise coach driver for quick thinking
Despite the shock, the driver called emergency services immediately and checked that all passengers were safe. His swift action earned him gratitude and praise from those onboard.
The incident serves as a stern reminder to drivers to stay alert—especially on busy roads packed with vulnerable passengers.
