11-year-old boy killed in bus crash in Bolton

Lucas Ashton was riding his bike on Vernon Street on 30 December when he collided with a bus.
Sofia Fedeczko
By Sofia Fedeczko
Published 1st Jan 2023, 11:15 BST
11-year-old Lucas Ashton died on 30 December while riding his bike in Bolton. Credit: GMP11-year-old Lucas Ashton died on 30 December while riding his bike in Bolton. Credit: GMP
11-year-old Lucas Ashton died on 30 December while riding his bike in Bolton. Credit: GMP

An 11-year-old boy has died after colliding with a bus while cycling in Bolton.

The boy, who has been named by Greater Manchester Police today as Lucas Ashton, was riding down Vernon Road when he was knocked off his bike by a bus on Friday (30 December) afternoon. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

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The driver of the bus remained at the scene and has been assisting officers in their enquiries.

No arrests have been made yet, but specialist officers have been supporting Lucas’ relatives.

Police are appealing for information about the crash, including any footage. In particular, they would like to speak to anyone who was on the bus at the time.

Anyone with information can contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) on 0161 856 4741 or 0161 856 8802. Alternatively, you can get in touch via  www.gmp.police.uk or anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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