Live updates follow as we monitor the situation concerning an incident that caused closures on Western Road in Brighton.

The crash involved a bus and resulted in the road being partially obstructed. Emergency crews attended the scene.

The vehicle has now been removed from the area and the road has reopened to traffic.

We have contacted emergency services and the bus operator for further information.

The bus on Western Road

The operator’s response

Stagecoach, the company responsible for the bus involved, indicated that their Service 700 was part of a traffic collision on Western Road in Brighton on 3 April 2026.

Emergency services were despatched to the scene and the company is working alongside local authorities. The operator expressed gratitude to the emergency services for their swift attendance.

Ensuring the safety of passengers, staff and the public continues to be the company’s main priority.

Awaiting additional details from emergency services remains ongoing.

Pedestrian injured by bus

Emergency services have verified that a pedestrian was hit by the bus and suffered severe injuries.