News world Beard Pulled, Struck On Head: Sikh Driver Attacked In UK, Forced To Deboard Bus | VideoBeard Pulled, Struck On Head: Sikh Driver Attacked In UK, Forced To Deboard Bus | VideoPublished By :,Last Updated: September 20, 2026, 21:37 ISTThe attacker took control of the bus after ejecting the driver and drove it on the wrong side of the road, striking several vehicles before the journey came to an end.
(Image: X)A Sikh bus driver was allegedly attacked and forcibly removed from his vehicle in England’s Telford before the bus was stolen and driven into oncoming traffic.
The footage appears to show the suspect repeatedly assaulting the Sikh driver, including striking his head and pulling his beard.
Watch The Video HereViolent man STEALS BUS after beating Sikh driver pic.twitter.com/omB0BmOFr2— RTVisual (@RT_Visual_on_X) September 19, 2026The driver is then heard asking for help, saying, “Can you call the police, please?"
A Sikh bus driver in England’s Telford was forcibly removed from his vehicle after being assaulted, with the attacker striking his head and pulling his beard.
News world Beard Pulled, Struck On Head: Sikh Driver Attacked In UK, Forced To Deboard Bus | Video
Beard Pulled, Struck On Head: Sikh Driver Attacked In UK, Forced To Deboard Bus | Video
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Last Updated: September 20, 2026, 21:37 IST
The attacker took control of the bus after ejecting the driver and drove it on the wrong side of the road, striking several vehicles before the journey came to an end.
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The assault was caught on camera. (Image: X)
A Sikh bus driver was allegedly attacked and forcibly removed from his vehicle in England’s Telford before the bus was stolen and driven into oncoming traffic. The incident, which was captured on video, left the driver with minor injuries.
A video capturing the assault has surfaced on social media platform X. The footage appears to show the suspect repeatedly assaulting the Sikh driver, including striking his head and pulling his beard. A woman recording the incident can be heard asking, “Why are you touching him like that?"
Watch The Video Here
Violent man STEALS BUS after beating Sikh driver pic.twitter.com/omB0BmOFr2— RTVisual (@RT_Visual_on_X) September 19, 2026
The driver is then heard asking for help, saying, “Can you call the police, please?"
Police said the driver was treated by paramedics for minor injuries.
West Mercia Police said officers were called to Court Street in Madeley at around 6:37 pm on Friday after receiving a report that a bus driver had been assaulted, The Indian Express reported.
According to police, the attacker took control of the bus after removing the driver and drove it on the wrong side of the road, striking several vehicles before the journey came to an end.
Suspect Arrested
A 33-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of robbery and dangerous driving. Police said he remained in custody and was due to appear before Telford Magistrates’ Court.
Detective Sergeant Taigh Lannie said the incident may have alarmed people in the area and assured residents that officers responded promptly.
“We understand this will have been an alarming incident for those in the area this evening. I’d like to reassure the community that officers responded quickly and a man has been arrested and remains in police custody," he said.
Lannie urged witnesses and anyone with relevant recordings to contact investigators.
“Our enquiries are continuing, and we’re keen to hear from anyone who witnessed what happened or may have footage that could assist us. In particular, we’d ask anyone with dashcam, CCTV, mobile phone or doorbell footage from the Court Street, Park Way or High Street areas around the time of the incident to please check their recordings and contact police."
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Quick Answers Powered by Ask News18 What happened to the Sikh bus driver during the attack in Telford? A Sikh bus driver in England’s Telford was forcibly removed from his vehicle after being assaulted, with the attacker striking his head and pulling his beard. What charges does the suspect face after stealing the bus in England? A 33-year-old man was arrested at the scene and remains in police custody on suspicion of robbery and dangerous driving. Where did the bus incident take place, and how did it end? The incident began on Court Street in Madeley when the attacker took control of the bus, drove it on the wrong side of the road, and struck multiple vehicles before being stopped. Powered by Ask News18
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