A 12-year-old schoolgirl has died after being hit by a double-decker bus in Kilwinning, Ayrshire, Scotland.
The incident occurred just after 1:10 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, as the girl was reportedly on her school lunch break.
Emergency services were dispatched to Lauchlan Way, the scene of the collision. The girl was pronounced dead at the scene, and her family has been informed. Police Scotland stated that there were no other reported injuries.
Investigators cordoned off Lauchlan Way, which has since reopened, and examined the bus before it was towed away. Police are continuing inquiries to determine the full circumstances of the crash.
A local parent told The Sun that their son heard screams at the time of the incident, describing the event as "terrible" and "traumatising" for those nearby.
Sergeant Stewart Taylor appealed for witnesses, asking anyone with information to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference 1484 of November 3, 2026. The Scottish Ambulance Service confirmed that two ambulances, two special operations response teams, and a critical care team were sent to the scene.