Bus driver fighting for life after assault on one of London’s busiest bridges
A bus driver is in critical condition following an assault on Battersea Bridge in London. The 64-year-old was attacked after a confrontation while his bus was parked, leading to his hospitalization by air ambulance. A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident as police seek further information from the public.
- ▪The bus driver is 64 years old and was seriously assaulted on Battersea Bridge.
- ▪He was taken to the hospital by air ambulance after the attack occurred around 12:30 am.
- ▪A 32-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.
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