A terrifying rush hour attack saw a firework deliberately launched at a public bus in Birmingham, forcing passengers to evacuate in panic and prompting an urgent police investigation.
The shocking incident occurred on Tuesday evening around 5:30 PM on Calshot Road in the Ladywood area, turning a routine commute into a scene of chaos and fear.
Emergency Response and Investigation
West Midlands Police confirmed they are treating the attack as criminal damage and endangering life. Officers rushed to the scene following multiple emergency calls from frightened passengers and witnesses.
A police spokesperson stated: "We're appealing for information after a firework was fired at a bus. Enquiries are ongoing and we're reviewing CCTV from the area."
Passenger Safety Concerns
The attack has raised serious questions about public transport safety in the city. Passengers were forced to quickly evacuate the vehicle, though fortunately no serious injuries were reported.
Local residents have expressed outrage at the incident, with many calling for increased security measures on public transport routes.
Ongoing Police Hunt
Investigators are currently:
- Reviewing CCTV footage from the bus and surrounding area
- Conducting door-to-door enquiries in the neighbourhood
- Appealing for witnesses to come forward with any information
- Working with transport authorities to prevent future incidents
The police have urged anyone with information, particularly dashcam or mobile phone footage, to contact them immediately as the hunt for the perpetrators continues.
