A woman is fighting for her life in hospital and 11 others were hurt after a bus crashed into a shop in Manchester city centre.
Police said the bus driver, a 64-year-old man, has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
Police, fire and ambulance crews were dispatched after reports of the incident in Piccadilly Gardens.
In a statement, Greater Manchester Police said: “At around 1pm today, officers responded to reports of a road traffic collision involving a bus which collided with a shop in Piccadilly Gardens.condition with minor injuries.
“Emergency services attended the scene, and it has been established that 12 people have been injured as a result with one woman in a life-threatening condition and receiving treatment at hospital. Others involved are believed to be in a stable
“The driver, a 64-year-old man, has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
“Greater Manchester Police’s serious collision investigation unit are continuing to investigate and are appealing for witnesses.
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