03/10/2003

Bus crashes into Derry depot

Several people have been injured after a bus careered into a station depot in Londonderry today.

The incident occurred when the Lough Swilly bus crashed into the depot stand, hitting a pillar before coming to a stop.

Between 20 and 30 people had to dive for cover as the vehicle failed to stop as it came into the depot on Friday.

None of the injuries are thought to be serious however the driver of the bus has been taken to hospital.

(MB)

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