A pedestrian has sustained serious injuries following a collision with a bus in a busy area of Birmingham.
Emergency Response to Digbeth Collision
The incident occurred at the junction of Digbeth High Street and Mill Lane in Digbeth at 4.43pm on Monday, December 1. The location is directly opposite the Birmingham Coach Station, a major transport hub. Multiple 999 calls were made by members of the public, alerting the ambulance service to the serious crash.
Paramedics from West Midlands Ambulance Service arrived promptly and provided urgent treatment to the man at the roadside. Given the severity of his injuries, he was then conveyed to the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital for further specialist care. An ambulance service spokeswoman confirmed they treated a male pedestrian for "potentially serious injuries."
Scene of the Accident
Footage from the aftermath showed an NX West Midlands double-decker bus with significant front-end damage, including a smashed windscreen. Bystanders gathered at the scene as the emergency crew worked to stabilise the victim before his transfer to hospital.
West Midlands Police are expected to be involved in investigating the circumstances leading to the collision. BirminghamLive has approached the force for an official statement regarding the crash.
Ongoing Investigation and Safety
The crash caused significant disruption in the area during the busy late afternoon period. Such incidents highlight ongoing road safety concerns in densely populated urban centres with mixed traffic. The investigation will seek to establish the full sequence of events.
This serious accident serves as a stark reminder for all road users to exercise extra caution, particularly during the winter months when visibility can be reduced and conditions are more challenging.
