Passengers had to be evacuated from a city bus after thugs smashed the vehicle's window with a stone.

The incident took place in Dunlin Drive near Fife Leisure Park last night on a stagecoach service.

A spokesperson for Stagecoach East Scotland said: "On Tuesday evening, one of our buses operating on service 19 on Dunlin Drive in Dunfermline was damaged after a stone was thrown at the window.

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“Fortunately, no injuries were reported to the driver and everyone was escorted off the bus safely with a replacement vehicle available to continue their onward journeys.

“We have reported this dangerous vandalism to Police Scotland and will assist in any subsequent investigation as required."

Police Scotland have been contacted for comment.