A routine journey through central London turned to chaos on Wednesday when a double decker bus veered off course and crashed into a shop front, leaving multiple passengers injured and witnesses stunned.
The dramatic incident occurred around midday in the bustling area near Oxford Street, one of London's busiest shopping districts. Emergency services rushed to the scene as shocked pedestrians watched the aftermath unfold.
Emergency Response Swarms Central London
London Ambulance Service confirmed they treated several passengers at the scene, with some requiring hospital treatment for their injuries. The exact number of casualties remains unclear, though early reports suggest multiple people were affected.
An London Fire Brigade spokesperson stated: "We were called to a collision involving a bus and a shop. Crews worked to make the scene safe and assisted our ambulance service colleagues."
Travel Chaos in the West End
The crash caused significant disruption to traffic and bus routes in the area, with Transport for London implementing diversions around the incident site. Commuters faced delays as investigators began their work examining what caused the bus to leave the road.
Eyewitnesses described a scene of confusion and concern as emergency workers tended to injured passengers and secured the damaged vehicle. The shop front sustained considerable damage in the impact, though fortunately no serious injuries to pedestrians were reported.
Transport for London has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash, while police continue to appeal for witnesses to come forward with any information about the incident.
