Chaos at Gatwick: Double-Decker Bus Smashes Into Parked Police Car
Early Sunday morning, a major route to Gatwick Airport was slammed shut after a shocking crash involving a double-decker bus and a stationary police car.
Smash on A23 London Road Shuts Key Airport Route
The dramatic collision unfolded just before 5am on February 22 on the A23 London Road, close to Gatwick’s South Terminal. Sussex Police revealed the bus slammed into a parked police vehicle on the approach road, causing havoc.
Bus Driver Seriously Hurt, Passengers Safe
The bus driver sustained serious injuries and was rushed to hospital. Fortunately, no passengers were aboard at the time, and the police car was unoccupied.
Road Closure Cleared, Investigation Underway
- The northbound A23 was closed between Gatwick Road and Longbridge roundabouts during emergency response and cleanup.
- Authorities have since reopened the road, easing airport traffic chaos.
- Police remain on the case, investigating what caused the early-morning smash.
