Shocking footage captured the moment when three schoolboys fell from the window of a double-decker bus in an incident that prompted an investigation on Bolton Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan. The boys, aged 13 and 14, are currently hospitalized but are reported to be in stable condition following the fall. Initial reports suggested that the trio fell while leaning against the bus window during an emergency stop.
A recently surfaced clip of the incident shows the boys tumbling from the stationary bus while a silver car and a yellow bus are visible in the background. Witnesses observed several individuals spilling out from a side window on the top deck of the blue 950 service just before the bus started moving. The silver vehicle behind the bus cautiously maneuvered to avoid the fallen individuals on the road.
Authorities from Greater Manchester Police have issued an updated statement confirming that the children are receiving medical treatment after the incident that occurred around 3:50 pm. The three boys attended St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, and the school administration is providing support to the affected families.
Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham expressed concerns about the incident, indicating that it may have been linked to a disturbance on the upper deck of the bus. He emphasized the importance of prioritizing the well-being of the young individuals involved. Transport for Greater Manchester’s Interim Network Director for Bus, Alison Chew, conveyed that the safety of passengers and staff is their top priority and they are collaborating with the bus operator to investigate the incident thoroughly.
A spokesperson from Vision Bus in Bolton reiterated their commitment to passenger safety and expressed well wishes for the swift recovery of those affected. The company is cooperating with the authorities in the ongoing investigations related to the disturbance on the upper deck of the bus.