Multiple children sustained injuries when the roof of a school bus was torn off after colliding with a bridge. The incident took place on Spendmore Lane in Coppull, Lancashire. Emergency services responded to the scene following the crash, which occurred this afternoon.
Police, paramedics, and firefighters arrived at the location shortly after 12:30 pm. The authorities have closed Spendmore Lane from the junction of Lancaster Street to Regent Street for investigative purposes.
According to Chorley Police, eight children received medical attention for their injuries, with one eight-year-old boy taken to the hospital due to a head laceration. The driver and two teachers aboard the bus were unharmed.
After assessing around 30 children, emergency responders treated eight minors for minor injuries. The road closure lasted approximately three hours to manage the incident and recover the double-decker bus. Fortunately, there were no severe injuries reported.
In a statement, Chorley Police provided an update on the road closure in Coppull and detailed the circumstances of the bus collision. The injured children are currently under medical evaluation, with the majority of injuries considered minor.
Photos and videos from the scene depict the significant damage to the bus, with the roof completely detached and lying on the road. Spendmore Lane remains closed in both directions from Regent Street to Station Road due to the police incident.
Witnesses shared accounts on social media, expressing concern for the well-being of those involved in the crash. The police advised the public of the road closure and urged caution while alternative routes were recommended.
Lancashire Police confirmed that several children sustained injuries in the collision, all of which are believed to be minor at this time. The passengers were safely evacuated from the bus, and medical professionals are attending to the injured children.