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Bee Network Bus Roof Torn Off After Hitting Low Bridge in Bolton

Police opened an investigation after a repeat strike at the 3.7m Weston Street rail bridge.

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.