Three people have been taken to hospital after a bus and a car crashed on a main road in County Donegal. The accident happened this morning at around 10am on the main road from Letterkenny to Derry, near Manorcunningham.
The Gardaí have confirmed that three people were taken to Letterkenny University Hospital as a precaution.
The crash involved a Bus Éireann Expressway bus, which was carrying up to 13 passengers.
The road has been closed, and local diversions are in place. Motorists are advised to find alternative routes. Bus Éireann staff are at the scene, helping those involved in the crash.
A spokesperson for Bus Éireann said an investigation will be carried out.
“Bus Éireann can confirm that one of our coaches on Route 64, from Sligo to Derry, was involved in a collision this morning just after 10am at Manorcunningham.
“Local emergency services and Bus Éireann staff are at the scene, providing all necessary support. The collision will be investigated according to our usual procedures.
“The safety of our passengers, staff, and the public is very important to Bus Éireann. We thank the Gardaí and emergency services for their quick response to the incident.”
