Appeal after man dies following fall on a bus in Chorley

Saturday, 13 April 2024 09:11

Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a man died when travelling on a bus in Chorley.

The 90-year-old man suffered head injuries after falling in a bus on Pall Mall at approximately 10.08am on Tuesday, 26th March.

He was taken to hospital but died on Wednesday 10th April.

Sgt Craig Booth from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "Our thoughts are very much with his family and loved ones at this distressing time.

"We are appealing for any witnesses to the man’s fall to come forward.

"Also, if anyone has dashcam or CCTV footage from the area on the morning of the incident, we ask them to contact us as soon as possible."

Please contact 101 – log 0502 of 12th April 2024 – or email SCIU@lancashire.police.uk

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