A bus driver has been arrested after a man in his 70s and his dog were killed when they were struck by his vehicle in Bristol. The collision happened shortly after 11pm on Thursday, October 22, at the junction of Stockwood Lane and Hollway Road.
The pedestrian and his pet were critically injured and died at the scene. The driver of the bus, believed to be in his 30s, was detained by officers and remains in custody while enquiries continue.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Avon and Somerset Police have appealed for anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage to come forward. A spokesperson said: “We are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a pedestrian died following a collision with a bus in Bristol on Thursday, October 22.
“The collision happened at the junction for Stockwood Lane and Hollway Road at around 11.10pm.”
Next of Kin Informed
Formal identification of the man has not yet taken place, but his next of kin have been informed and are being supported by a specialist family liaison officer. The road has since reopened after enquiries were carried out at the scene.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 5226345957.
