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A devastating bus crash at a central Stockholm bus stop has resulted in three deaths and three injuries. The incident occurred at 15:23 on Friday on Valhallavägen street, prompting immediate police action. The bus driver is now under arrest, facing charges of causing death and bodily harm.

 

Witnesses report scenes of chaos and distress as emergency responders worked to free individuals trapped beneath the bus. The crash happened near the Royal Institute of Technology, with images showing rescue crews assisting those caught in the wreckage. Police clarified there's no indication that the crash was intentional, and investigations are ongoing to determine the victims' identities.

 

The incident has left Stockholm in shock, with PM Ulf Kristersson expressing his condolences to victims' families. Many locals witnessed the horrifying scene, with one woman describing the bus as having “mowed down an entire bus stop queue.” Another shopkeeper recounted how people fled into his store in tears following the impact.

 

Authorities are working to understand the full extent of the tragedy, examining whether there were any passengers aboard the bus at the time. The region now mourns as families await news about their loved ones, hoping for clarity on a day marred by sorrow.

 

Key Takeaways:

 

• Three people were killed, and three injured, in the Stockholm bus crash.
• The bus driver is in custody, charged with causing death and bodily harm.
• Investigations are underway, with authorities confirming no intentional act.

 

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from BBC 2025-11-15

 

 

The brakes failed?  

7 hours ago, Fact said:

The brakes failed?  

Happens only in LOS

Europe is except from  brake failure.

Hope the driver wasnt shouting the usual.