14-year-old boy arrested after alleged assault at Swansea bus station

South Wales Police have said a 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of assault following an incident on a bus at Swansea Quadrant Bus Station on Saturday (6 May)

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The arrest comes as shocking footage of the alleged assault of a bus driver on-board a bus was circulated on social media.

Police Sergeant Carys Pudner said: “We are aware of footage of the incident circulating on social media which shows a teenage boy kicking the driver’s screen door and shouting abuse. I appreciate that this incident caused concern to those on the bus and who were at the bus station, I would like to thank them for their assistance in the matter.”

South Wales Police say that the teenager has been released under investigation.

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PS Pudner added: “We want those using the Quadrant Bus Station to know that we won’t tolerate anti-social behaviour in the city. This arrest demonstrates that police will act and reduce the impact ASB has on the local area.

“Tackling ASB and disorder is a priority for us and officers will continue to crack down on those causing trouble.”

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