11 trapped inside minibus after pub crash

A minibus has crashed into a pub Melbourne's eastern suburbs, leaving 11 people trapped inside.
Emergency services were called to the corner of Glenferrie Rd and Dandenong Rd in Malvern about 9.25am on Friday after reports a minibus had crashed into the side of a pub.
A Victoria Police spokesperson told NewsWire that 11 people were trapped inside the bus at the time of the incident.
Firefighters worked to free the passengers who were unable to get out of the crushed bus.
'The passengers and driver were still on-board and unable to evacuate' a Fire Rescue Victorias spokesperson told NewsWire.
'The driver relocated the minibus, allowing firefighters to remove the vehicle door so everyone on-board could evacuate.'
Ambulance Victoria were on the scene as they treated the 11 trapped passengers.
'Paramedics assessed 11 patients but no emergency treatment or transport was required,' a spokesperson told NewsWire.
Police have launched an investigation into the crash.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or with footage or information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

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