Three schoolboys were captured on video falling from a double-decker bus window, prompting an investigation in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan. The incident occurred on Bolton Road, and emergency services responded swiftly. The boys, aged 13 and 14, are currently hospitalized but are believed to be in stable condition after the fall. Initially, the police reported that the boys were leaning against the bus window during an emergency stop.
A video clip has surfaced showing the moment of the fall. In the footage, the bus is stationary, waiting for traffic to move, with a silver car and a yellow bus behind it. Several individuals are seen spilling out of a side window on the top deck of the blue 950 service just before the bus starts moving. The silver car cautiously navigates around the fallen individuals on the road.
Greater Manchester Police has issued an updated statement confirming the boys’ condition and detailing the circumstances of the incident. The boys attended St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, and the school administration is providing support to the families, according to a letter from the headteacher.
Mayor Andy Burnham expressed concern over the incident, noting it was possibly related to a disturbance on the upper deck of the bus. He emphasized the importance of the well-being of the young people involved. Alison Chew of TfGM expressed deep concern over the incident and emphasized the priority of passenger safety on the Bee Network.
Vision Bus, based in Bolton, reiterated its commitment to passenger safety and cooperation with the authorities in the investigation. They extended well wishes for the speedy recovery of those affected by the incident.