TWO buses collided on a busy route into Darlington today.

Both vehicles were damaged in the crash, which happened in Northgate, near the Odeon Cinema, at about 12.40pm.

No one is thought to have been seriously injured, although a few people were treated at the scene for minor injuries.

Police are diverting traffic away from the scene while investigations take place.

A spokesman for bus firm Arriva, which runs both of the vehicles involved, said: "An incident has taken place between two vehicles outside the Odeon Cinema in Darlington.

"We are currently investigating the matter to see how it occurred and are assisting the emergency services in dealing with the situation."