Overview
- Transport for Greater Manchester said the out-of-service double-decker struck the low railway bridge on Weston Street at about 7:45pm Friday.
- The Go North West vehicle was being driven back to the Bolton depot roughly half a mile away.
- No passengers were aboard, and the driver was not believed to be seriously injured.
- Greater Manchester Police attended and closed the road as the damaged bus was moved and debris cleared.
- Local reports highlight a similar crash at the same bridge last November, with fresh concern over a clearly signed hazard.