An Edinburgh woman was rushed to the hospital after a brick was allegedly thrown through a bus window. Passengers were left terrified after the bus window was smashed on Niddrie Mains Road at around 9.15 pm on December 2. Locals reported hearing a bang as glass was strewn across the number 30 bus. Vicky Skene, 43, described the scenes as ‘terrible’ and said the injured woman was left confused after the window next to her shattered.
“I grew up in Niddrie, and I would never dream of things like this happening; it’s terrible. Glass spread across the bus,” said Vicky. “I can still hear the bang now. I got on the same bus stop as her, and we sat in different seats. I was looking at my phone, and then this almighty bang happened, and glass shot over me. The lady stood up so confused. I ran to see if I could see them, but they ran towards the Hays as usual. Glass went on my face, and I had to wash them with water after it happened. I really hope the woman’s okay. It’s so messed up.”
Pictures show glass spread across the seats onboard the bus after the rock ploughed through the window. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 9.25 pm on Monday, 2 December 2024, we received a report of damage caused to a bus in the Niddrie Mains Road area of Edinburgh. Officers attended, and a woman was later taken to the hospital for treatment. Enquiries are ongoing.” Lothian Buses and the Scottish Ambulance Service have been approached for comment.
Passengers on the bus expressed their shock and concern at the incident, with many hoping for the injured woman’s swift recovery. The targeted act of throwing a brick through a bus window has raised concerns about safety and security, prompting authorities to further investigate the incident and take necessary actions to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers faced by individuals using public transportation, highlighting the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of passengers. Authorities are working diligently to address the situation and provide support to those affected by the incident.