The incident in Komsomolsk-on-Amur involving a bus driver who assaulted an elderly passenger attracted swift action from city authorities. Local news agency RIA Novosti reported, through the mayor’s spokesperson, Ivan Lavrentiev, that the driver was dismissed. A video circulating online shows a man shoving a senior woman down the stairs of a bus. The clip’s uploader suggested the confrontation began after the pensioner emitted an unpleasant odor.
Following the posting of the video on the city’s social media channels, officials in the transport department received the footage for review. The Komsomolsk-on-Amur Motor Transport Enterprise LLC stated that an on-the-spot check verified the events, and both the bus driver and the conductor were stripped of their bonuses and terminated. The city’s spokesperson noted that the carrier company offered a formal apology to the elderly passenger. As part of restitution, the pensioner received a food package and was granted unlimited free access to buses on that route for the foreseeable future, in recognition of the distress caused.
In related transport news, reports previously indicated a separate collision on the Kiev Highway near Moscow, where a car struck a stationary vehicle. This incident underscores ongoing concerns about passenger safety and professional conduct among public transport staff, prompting reviews of company policies and stronger assurances for rider welfare across the network.
Officials emphasized that the city will continue to monitor operator practices and enforce higher standards for on-board behavior. The aim is to safeguard riders while ensuring transportation services remain reliable and respectful for all residents and visitors alike. Independent observers and passenger rights advocates may seek further information from the transportation department as investigations and follow-up actions proceed. Attribution: RIA Novosti reporting via the mayor’s office spokesperson, Ivan Lavrentiev, with confirmation from the carrier company and city authorities.