Sandwell bus crash: Boy, 4, dies after ‘heartbreaking’ collision

A four-year-old boy has died after being struck by a bus in Tipton, West Midlands, in a tragic incident on Friday afternoon.

The collision occurred on High Street in Tipton, Sandwell, leaving the local community in shock.

Emergency services rushed to the scene, but despite their efforts, the young boy could not be saved.

Police confirmed the incident occurred just before 4.55pm on Friday, with officers swiftly attending the scene.

The driver of the bus is assisting authorities with their inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the collision.

West Midlands Police have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the incident.

In a statement, West Midlands Police said: “The boy was found with serious injuries and, heartbreakingly, nothing could be done to save him.”

“Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this devastating time and we’ll be doing all we can to support them,” the force added.

The police emphasised their commitment to supporting the family through this tragic time.

Pictures from the scene showed a significant police presence, with a wide cordon established in the area.

A bus was visible at the location, while officers were observed taking photographs as part of their investigation.

Multiple emergency service vehicles attended the incident, with police securing the area to allow for a thorough examination of the scene.

Police are urging witnesses to come forward, particularly those who may have dashcam footage from the area at the time of the incident.

“We need to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and has not already spoken to our officers,” West Midlands Police stated.

Anyone with information can contact the force via live chat on their website, by calling 101 and quoting log 3612 of 6/12/24, or by emailing SCIUwestmidlands.police.uk.