Investigation launched after 12-year-old boy hit by bus in Barnsley

Police were called to Junction Street yesterday afternoon

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Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 10th Apr 2025
Last updated 10th Apr 2025

An investigation is underway after a 12 year old boy was hit by a bus in Barnsley.

Police say they were called to Junction Street yesterday just before 2 pm.

The child was taken to hospital.

A Police spokesperson said:

"At 1.48pm yesterday (9 April) we received reports of a road traffic collision on Junction Street, in Barnsley.

"It is reported that a child was injured after being involved in a collision with a bus.

"The child, a 12-year-old boy, has been taken to hospital for treatment for his injuries which are not thought to be life-threatening or life-changing."

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