A residential area in West London was thrown into chaos after a bus careened into a terrace house. The incident occurred when a red single-decker bus smashed into a bay window of a home in Notting Hill. Pictures show the bus wedged into the building, blocking the pavement and crushing the steps into the house.
The collision also damaged two cars, and a paramedic in a fast response car was sent to the scene. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. An inquiry into the cause of the crash is ongoing, with emergency teams working to remove the vehicle from the scene.
The incident happened on St Quintin Avenue, just north of Notting Hill, and occurred just after another bus collided with a vehicle metres away on Barlby Road. The street was littered with debris, and neighbours reported hearing a loud impact, likened to an earthquake. Other buses were diverted while a cordon remained in place at the scene.
The fire brigade was called to the incident, with crews from North Kensington, Hammersmith, Chelsea, and Croydon attending. The police also attended the scene, and have confirmed that no criminal offences have been identified and no arrests have been made. The police are asking anyone with information to come forward to assist with the investigation.
A spokesperson for the transport authority has stated that the safety of customers, colleagues, and members of the public is of paramount importance, and an investigation is underway to establish the cause of the incident. Local council officials have also expressed relief that nobody appears to be seriously hurt and are expecting a thorough investigation to be conducted.
The incident has caused disruption in the area, with the street remaining closed while the investigation continues. The cause of the crash is still unknown, and officials are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
