A MAN in his 30s has died after falling down the stairs of a double-decker bus in a freak accident.
He suffered serious injuries in the freak accident on a Oxford Company bus near Westgate shopping centre on October 26.
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Thames Valley Air Ambulance, Thames Valley Police and South Central Ambulance Service raced to the scene.
The man was then rushed to the nearby John Radcliffe Hospital where he sadly died of his injuries last Thursday.
A spokesperson for Thames Valley Police said that an investigation is ongoing and that specially trained family liaison officers are supporting the man’s family.
They added: “Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with the family and friends of the man who has died.
“The man’s death is being treated as unexplained, but not suspicious, and file will be prepared for the Oxfordshire coroner.”
The bus company confirmed it is continuing to assist police with their enquiries.
A spokesman had previously said: “A passenger on-board one of our vehicles received emergency medical treatment after an incident in which no-one else was involved.
“Following medical assistance on the vehicle in Oxford the passenger was taken to the John Radcliffe Hospital by ambulance.
“We are assisting the emergency services with their inquiries and have given CCTV footage to the police.
“Our thoughts are with the passenger and his family and we thank everyone who provided medical support.”
They added today: “Our thoughts and condolences are with the deceased’s family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.
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