Three teenage schoolboys have been taken to hospital after falling from the top window of a double decker bus in Greater Manchester. The shocking incident, captured on video, occurred on Bolton Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, and is understood to have followed an emergency stop by the vehicle.
Footage Captures the Moment of the Fall
Emergency services rushed to the scene yesterday following reports of the accident. Video footage circulating online shows the precise moment the three boys plunged from the open top-deck window onto the road below. The bus is seen coming to an abrupt halt before the teenagers tumble out.
Police have confirmed that the trio – two aged 13 and one aged 14 – were leaning against the window when the driver initiated the sudden stop. An investigation into the full circumstances surrounding the emergency manoeuvre is now underway.
Investigation Launched as Boys Receive Treatment
All three boys remain in hospital receiving treatment for their injuries. Authorities have stated that, while the fall was serious, their conditions are not believed to be life-threatening.
The incident has raised immediate questions about passenger safety on public transport. Investigators will be looking into the reasons for the emergency stop, the actions of the driver, and the behaviour of the passengers prior to the accident.
Community Reaction and Safety Concerns
The alarming event has sent shockwaves through the local community in Wigan. It serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers of not remaining seated or properly secured on moving vehicles, especially on the upper deck of buses.
Transport authorities and the police are expected to examine the footage and speak to witnesses as part of their ongoing probe. The findings may influence future safety guidance for both operators and passengers across the UK's bus network.
