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Bus driver arrested after 14-year-old boy dies following collision with vehicle in Portsmouth

Police say the 39-year-old driver was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving as enquiries continue.

  • A 14-year-old boy from Portsmouth died on Monday following a collision with a Stagecoach bus at The Hard, a major transport hub in the city.
  • Hampshire Police arrested the 39-year-old bus driver on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving; he was released on bail until November 17.
  • Tributes have been left at the scene, including flowers and a note reading "RIP Fly High" that recalled, "I will never forget our memories. We had such a good time in science."
  • Police request that anyone who witnessed the incident or possesses relevant dash cam or CCTV footage contact them by calling 101 and quoting reference 44260399748.
  • Specialist officers are supporting the boy's family as the investigation into the collision at The Hard remains ongoing.
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Daily Echo broke the news in Southampton, United Kingdom on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
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