Man in His 70s and Dog Killed in Bus Collision as Driver Is Arrested

A man in his 70s and a dog died after being struck by a bus in Bristol, England. Police have arrested the driver, who remains in custody as investigators appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.

Fatal Collision in Bristol

A man in his 70s and a dog have died following a collision involving a bus in Bristol late Thursday night, October 22, 2026.

According to Avon and Somerset Police, emergency services were called to the junction of Stockwood Lane and Hollway Road at approximately 11:10 p.m.

The pedestrian suffered critical injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The dog also died in the collision.

Authorities have not yet formally identified the man, but his next of kin have been notified. A specialist family liaison officer is supporting the family as they cope with the loss.

Bus Driver Arrested

Police arrested the bus driver, a man in his 30s, following the collision. He remains in custody while officers continue their investigation.

Authorities have not released further details about the circumstances leading to the crash or announced any charges. The arrest does not establish that the driver is responsible for the deaths, and investigators are continuing to establish what happened.

Police Appeal for Witnesses

Avon and Somerset Police are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or may have relevant information to come forward.

Investigators are particularly interested in obtaining CCTV recordings and dashcam footage from the area around the time of the incident. Such evidence could help officers reconstruct the events leading up to the collision.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police by calling 101 and quoting reference number 5226345957, or by submitting information through the force’s online appeals service.

Road Reopens After Investigation

The affected road was closed while emergency services and investigators worked at the scene. Police have since confirmed that the road has reopened following their initial enquiries.

The deaths of the man and his dog have left a community facing a tragic loss. Investigators continue to gather evidence to determine the circumstances surrounding the collision.

The investigation remains ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information or relevant footage to assist their enquiries.

Sources: The Sun