Man in his 80s dies after being hit by a bus in Exeter

There are several police cars at the scene Credit: ITV West Country

A pedestrian has died after being hit by a bus in Exeter.

Devon and Cornwall Police are at the scene of the crash which happened around 1.10pm today (9 November) on Queen Street.

A man in his 80s sustained critical injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

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Officers from the Roads Policing Investigation Team are at the scene and are carrying out enquiries.

Road closures are in place in the area.

Anyone who witnessed the incident and hasn’t spoken with an officer at the scene, is asked to contact 101 quoting log number 402 9 November.