A 64-year-old bus driver is in a critical condition in hospital after being seriously assaulted on one of London's busiest bridges. The driver was taken to hospital by air ambulance in the early hours of Monday after receiving first aid from police officers who responded to the incident on Battersea Bridge.
Details of the Assault
The Metropolitan Police stated that the assault occurred following a confrontation on the pavement while the bus was parked at a stop shortly before 12:30am. A 32-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and remains in custody.
Police Appeal for Information
Detective Superintendent Fiona Van Kampen said: "We recognise the intense concern this will cause within the local community, and are working to establish the exact circumstances of the attack. This took place on one of London's busiest bridges, so we are urgently appealing for anyone with information to come forward." She added: "If you have dash-cam or mobile phone footage of what happened, it is important that we see it. Our thoughts remain with the victim's family as enquiries continue."
Authorities urge anyone with information to call police on 101, quoting reference CAD 174/18May, or to remain anonymous by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
Transport for London Responds
Siwan Hayward, director of security, policing and enforcement at Transport for London, said: "Our thoughts are with the bus driver, his family and his friends following this shocking incident. We strongly condemn all forms of violence and aggression and everyone has the right to work and travel on London's transport network safely and without fear." She confirmed that TfL is supporting the police investigation and remains committed to protecting staff across the network.
