Serious crash involving HGV and bus closes road in both directions in Fulwood

A collision involving a bus and a HGV closed a road in both directions in Fulwood.
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The crash occurred in Pittman Way between Oliver's Place and Williams Lane at approximately 11.55am on Thursday (January 26).

Pictures from the scene show the collision involved a bus which had been struck by a HGV, leaving a number of its side windows smashed.

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The left-hand side of the HGV was also damaged in the crash.

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An eyewitness reported seeing a number of passengers who were on the bus being taken to hospital as a precaution.

Lancashire Police later confirmed it was a “minor injury” collision, meaning they would not release any further details.

Preston Bus confirmed services 23 and 49 had been temporarily diverted away from the scene, returning to normal at around 12.40pm.

A collision involving a bus and a HGV closed Pittman Way  in both directions in FulwoodA collision involving a bus and a HGV closed Pittman Way  in both directions in Fulwood
A collision involving a bus and a HGV closed Pittman Way in both directions in Fulwood
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“hank you for you patience and once again sorry for any disruption caused,” a spokesman said.

Traffic was coping well in the area following the road closure, according to the AA.

North West Ambulance Service has been approached for comment.