Second bus attack in Broughty Ferry in space of three days
A rock was thrown at the services on Moniefieth Road on Monday and Thursday night
Last updated 21st Feb 2020
For the second time this week a bus driver's been attacked on the same road in Broughty Ferry.
A rock was hurled at two seperate services on Moniefieth Road on Monday and Thursday night.
On the first occasion the driver sustained minor injuries while the other was not hurt.
Police are treating both incidents as linked.
Sergeant Chris Grieve, Longhaugh Police Station, Dundee, said: “Thankfully on this occasion neither the bus driver nor their passengers were seriously injured, however, these attacks are not without consequence.
"Imagine what could have happened if the bus had veered off the road and struck pedestrians or other drivers.
"This is a residential area and even at this time of night there are a lot of people about.
“Whoever is responsible for these attacks had no thoughts for the safety of others or the impact of their actions.
“Officers are checking CCTV and making inquiries and would appeal to anyone who may have seen people congregating around the park nearby or who may have any information that will assist our inquiries to come forward.
“Information can be passed to officers at Longhaugh Police Station, Dundee, via 101. Please quote reference numbers 4088 of 17 February and 3991 of 20 February, 2020, when calling. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be called anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
Bosses at bus firm Stagecoach have confirmed they've been targeted on a number of occasions this week,
A spokesperson for Stagecoach East Scotland said: "We have had three incidents this week involving an object being thrown from a car at the windscreen of our vehicles.
"Fortunately, our drivers have only sustained minor injures and we are working with the police on their investigation.
"Safety is our upmost importance and we take acts of vandalism like these very seriously. As such we are currently reviewing arrangements for the route over the weekend."
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