Bus driver arrested after schoolboy, 14, killed in Portsmouth Harbour crash

Barney Davis | Night News Editor Published August 20, 2026 5:38pm Updated August 20, 2026 6:22pm A14-year-old boy was involved in a collision with a bus on August 17. (Picture: PA) Tributes have been paid to a 14-year-old schoolboy killed after being struck by a bus. The teenager was walking along The Hard in Portsmouth when he was struck, according to Hampshire Constabulary. Pictures from the scene appear to show a single-decker bus stopped at the scene close to Portsmouth Harbour One family friend posted on Facebook: ‘Such a great young man with so much to live for. A true credit to his family. ‘Rest in eternal peace. Sending love to your whole family. We will never forget you sweetheart.’ Sign up for all of the latest stories Start your day informed with Metro's News Updates newsletter