A Scots cyclist had a narrow escape after reportedly falling into traffic after a double decker bus drove narrowly past on a busy road in Edinburgh.
The rider, who goes by @EdCycleHome on Twitter, was travelling up Nicolson Street in the city on the evening of Monday, March 13, when the incident happened.
Footage shared on social media showas a No.31 bus heading toward the cyclist, who is waiting for it to pass so they can turn right into a side street.
But while waiting, a No. 3 bus drives past on the cyclist's left-hand side, coming within inches of hitting them. The footage shows the cyclist becoming unsteady on their bike - and they claimed they then fell into the oncoming traffic.
EdCycleHome took to Twitter to vent their frustration at the near miss. Tagging Lothian Buses, they said: “I am curious if all of your drivers hold a Valid Driving Licence? Because no sensible driver would do this. I actually got knocked off my bike onto oncoming traffic! Do Better!”
Speaking to Edinburgh Live, they said: “It passed me very, very quickly and dangerously. I came off my bike and seat and I thankfully didn’t fall on the ground if I had it would have been a different story with oncoming traffic moving.
“It was pure shock really and I might have said a few swear words afterwards but thankfully the camera did not pick them up.”
Lothian Buses have been approached for comment.
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