Man struck by bus outside Preston train station

A man hit by a bus on Fishergate Hill has survived with only minor injuries.

Police and ambulances were called to the scene outside Preston train station at around 4:15pm today, with rush hour traffic being diverted by officers.

The man was struck by the bus while crossing the road towards the station. Crews from the North West Ambulance Service checked him over for injuries, which were deemed minor.

Speaking to the Lancashire Post, an officer on the scene said it was not the first time a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle outside the station, particularly as building work to the County Hall has blocked off one of the pavements.

No arrests were made as a result of the incident.