A horrifying incident unfolded outside a hospital in Kent today as a young child was struck by a bus, prompting a swift emergency response.
Witnesses described a scene of panic as paramedics, police, and hospital staff rushed to assist the injured child. The exact circumstances of the collision remain under investigation, but early reports suggest the child may have stepped into the road unexpectedly.
Emergency Response
Emergency services arrived within minutes, with air ambulance support reportedly considered before the child was transported to hospital by road. The severity of the child's injuries has not yet been confirmed.
Witness Accounts
"It was absolutely terrifying," said one shaken bystander. "The bus screeched to a stop, and people started screaming. I saw someone running towards the child straight away."
Police have cordoned off the area as they begin their investigation into how the tragic accident occurred.
Road Safety Concerns
This incident has reignited concerns about road safety near hospitals and schools, with local residents calling for improved pedestrian crossings and traffic calming measures in the area.
The hospital has released a brief statement confirming they are assisting authorities with their enquiries and that their emergency teams responded immediately to the incident.
