Stockholm Bus Driver Denies Wrongdoing in Deadly Crash Investigation

On November 16, 2025, a tragic bus accident in Östermalm, Stockholm, resulted in three fatalities and three injuries when a Transdev-operated double-decker bus crashed into a bus shelter near Tekniska högskolan. The bus, not in service and without passengers, was reportedly traveling at a low speed at the time of the collision.

The driver was initially arrested but soon released, though he remains under investigation for three counts of causing another person's death and three counts of bodily harm. The police suspect negligence and are also exploring the possibility that a medical condition may have contributed to the accident. No terror motive has been found, with authorities having interviewed about 20 witnesses and planning more interviews. The bus itself has been seized for technical examination.

The driver’s lawyer, Anna Björklund, has stated that her client denies any wrongdoing. Following the incident, Transdev removed the driver from service as a precautionary measure. The identification process of the deceased has been deliberately delayed to inform the relatives first and to protect their privacy, with police spokesperson Ola Österling suggesting that identification could take place soon. Two individuals remain hospitalized with stable conditions.

This ongoing investigation continues to shed light on the factors behind the devastating crash, emphasizing careful police procedures and attention to the victims’ families.