A Transport for London (TfL) bus crashed through the front window of a home on St Quintin Avenue in Notting Hill on Thursday evening, embedding itself in the building. The incident occurred after the bus reportedly collided with street furniture and two parked cars before mounting the pavement.
Emergency services, including firefighters and police, responded to the scene on July 2. Firefighters were called at 7:12 p.m. and the incident was cleared by 8:03 p.m. Two fire engines and two fire rescue units attended. Images from the scene show the bus lodged in the front wall of the house, with the property's entrance sustaining significant damage. The staircase leading to the front door was destroyed, and the home's front windows were shattered.
The cause of the crash is currently unknown. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident. Police have cordoned off the area, and nearby roads remained closed while investigations continue. Bus services in the area have been diverted.
The Metropolitan Police and Transport for London have been contacted for comment.