The bus driver was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries following the crash on Leadwell Lane in Rothwell shortly after midday today (Wednesday).
West Yorkshire Police confirmed that a bus and a Luton van were in collision, after which the bus collided with a nearby house.
A number of passengers were also treated for injuries, with Yorkshire Ambulance Service confirming that nine people in total were taken to hospital.
The driver of the van failed to stop and left the scene of the collision.
Anyone with information about the collision or dashcam footage is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police by calling 101 or by going online quoting reference 0697 of 2/4.
1. Police cordon
The roads around Leadwell Lane have been closed off by police. | National World
2. leadwell lane crash
Leadwell Lane in Rothwell is currently closed at the junction of Northfield Avenue and Stainton Lane. | National World
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3. Rothwell crash
The crash on Leadwell Lane has led to congestion on the roads around Rothwell. | National World
4. Emergency services
Emergency services were called shortly before 12:10pm this afternoon. | National World
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5. Bus and van collided
The serious road traffic collision involved a bus and a Luton van on Leadwell Lane in Rothwell, Leeds, | National World
6. Collision
Following the collision the bus came to a stop after coming into contact with a property on Leadwell Lane. | National World