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GLASGOW CITY CENTRE TAXI CRASH: Pedestrians injured and investigation underway as black cab mounts pavement
A taxi collided with pedestrians in Glasgow city centre on Union Street, near the junction with Gordon Street, at around 1.50pm today, prompting a swift response from emergency services.
Police Scotland confirmed that three individuals were transported to hospital by ambulance, while a fourth person left the scene independently. The exact condition of those involved is still unclear at this stage.
Photographs captured from the scene show a black taxi on the pavement outside a Tesco store, with police and passersby administering first aid to the pedestrians affected by the incident.
Road closures have been implemented on Union Street, Renfield Street, and St Vincent Street, while Gordon Street remains accessible to pedestrians only. Authorities are urging motorists and the public to steer clear of the area while investigations continue.
Police Scotland has not yet provided further details on the cause of the crash or the severity of injuries sustained. Enquiries are ongoing.
A Police Scotland statement said: "Around 1.50pm, we attended a report of a crash involving a taxi and three pedestrians on Union Street, at the junction with Gordon Street, in Glasgow City Centre.
"Three people were taken by ambulance to hospital and one person made their way from the scene.
"There are road closures in place on Union Street, Renfield Street and St Vincent Street. Gordon Street is open to pedestrians only.
"Motorists and members of the public are asked to avoid the area as enquiries continue."
