A crash in Anfield has caused a road to be closed this evening. Emergency services responded to a collision involving a bus and a van at the junction of Arkles Road and Walton Breck Road on Tuesday. The vehicles crashed into two terraced houses on Walton Breck Road, causing damage confirmed by the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service. Fortunately, there have been no reported injuries so far. The incident occurred around 5:30 pm.
Merseyside Police, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service, and North West Ambulance Service are present at the scene. A large cordon has been put in place on Walton Breck Road and Arkles Road as recovery work begins to clear the road. The van has been removed from the rubble, with the sound of glass shattering as it was pulled away.
An eyewitness described how the bus went straight through one of the houses, causing extensive damage to the property. The incident has left a neighbor feeling her house shake with the impact of the crash. The situation has caused a stir in the area, with a large cordon in place and uncertainty about when the road will reopen.
Merseyside Police were called to the scene after reports of the crash involving a bus and a van. The emergency services are still at the scene, and motorists are advised to avoid the area. Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the police.
Arriva has announced diversions for buses in the area due to the road closure. An update from Merseyside Police is awaited, and the fire service is waiting for a structural engineer to assess the damage. Pictures and videos shared on social media show the extent of the damage caused by the crash.
As the situation develops, updates will continue to be provided by Liverpool Echo reporter Emily Carubia. The incident has caused significant damage to the vehicles and houses involved, but thankfully, no serious injuries have been reported. It serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the unpredictable nature of accidents. The community remains on edge as recovery efforts continue in Anfield.
