A seven-year-old boy in Manchester has been left with “life-changing” injuries after being struck by a bus, according to Greater Manchester Police (GMP). The incident occurred at 6.20pm on Saturday in north Manchester, with the bus hitting the pedestrian on Moston Lane East. The boy sustained serious injuries and remains hospitalized, with his injuries described as life-changing but not life-threatening, as reported by GMP. Thankfully, no injuries were reported among the bus passengers.
Police are urging anyone with information, dash cam footage, or CCTV recordings of the incident to come forward to assist in the investigation. Transport for Greater Manchester’s chief network officer, Danny Vaughan, expressed concern for the young boy’s well-being and pledged to cooperate with authorities and the bus operator to support the investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or has pertinent information is encouraged to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit at 0161 856 4741 or call 101, quoting log 2486 of 12/10/24. The police are keen to gather all available evidence to understand the circumstances surrounding the accident fully.
The tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and vigilance, especially when it comes to protecting vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, particularly children. The community and authorities are coming together to provide support and ensure a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision.
As the investigation continues, thoughts and well-wishes are extended to the young boy and his family during this difficult time. The incident underscores the need for continued efforts to improve road safety and prevent such accidents from occurring in the future.