A pedestrian was seriously injured after being hit by a bus in Christchurch yesterday.
A police spokesperson said the accident happened at the intersection of Hills Rd and Warrington St in Mairehau at around 2.20pm.
St John sent an ambulance and an emergency vehicle to the scene of the accident.
One person was taken to hospital in serious condition.
An Environment Canterbury spokesperson said Chris Lynch Media: “We are aware of an accident involving a bus and a pedestrian that occurred yesterday afternoon near the junction of Hills Road and Warrington Street.
“Environment Canterbury takes safety very seriously and will continue to work with the bus company, Kinetic and the police while the investigation continues.
“Our thoughts are with those involved at this time.”