An investigation has been launched by Stagecoach Highland after a bus collided with a building in Inverness.
The firm’s double-decker was arriving into the bus stance at Queensgate this morning when it smashed into the canopy above the city’s Post Office.
It is understood the impact has caused significant damage to front window of the vehicle’s upper floor.
No passengers were onboard the bus at the time of the crash.
Inverness city centre was brought to a standstill shortly after 9am, leading to lengthy tailbacks during rush hour.
Officials from Stagecoach Highland say inquiries are under way to establish the events leading up to the crash.
‘Safety is our absolute priority’
A spokeswoman for Stagecoach Highland said: “We can confirm one of our vehicles was involved in an incident in Inverness City Centre shortly after 9am this morning.
“There were no passengers on board the bus.
“Safety is our absolute priority and we are investigating the circumstances involved in this incident.”