The driver of a bus that starting rolling down a hill when he left the cab is suspended while inquiries continue.
iomtoday reported that an investigation has been launched into claims that a major accident was narrowly averted on board a runaway bus.
The single decker started rolling down York Road, Douglas, after the driver left the cab to check a fault. Some passengers on the number 25 claimed a man who was sitting towards the back of the bus had run forward to the cab and applied the brake.
But Isle of Man Transport say initial inquiries suggest the April 15 incident was dealt with by the driver.
It is understood problems began with the ticketing system, which could only be rebooted by turning electronic systems off and then back on.
The handbrake can be applied by pressing a button but with the engine and electrical systems switched off, the handbrake was no longer applied and the vehicle started to move slowly down the hill.
The Manx Independent has learned that the driver remains suspended.
Isle of Man Transport said it would welcome statements from any witnesses who wish to come forward.