Stagecoach staff in Chichester have rallied around a colleague, raising over £1,000 after both of her mopeds were stolen and later found damaged.
Bus driver Emma-Jane Wyse was left devastated by the theft, which took place at the depot.
Her colleague, Ricky Clark, set up a GoFundMe page, and the staff raised £1020 in just a week to show their support.
At first, Emma thought it was a joke. But when she realised what her team had done for her, she was overwhelmed with emotion.
“I didn’t know what to say,” said Emma. “It was just so overwhelming. I felt loved and truly part of the Stagecoach family.”
Ricky added, “We’re a close team in Chichester, and when something like this happens, it’s only natural to want to support one of our own. This depot — and Stagecoach South as a whole — really is a community.”
The gesture has allowed Emma to move forward and served as a reminder of the strength and kindness within the team.
“It’s been a rough time, but this has reminded me how special this group of people is,” she added. “Chichester is a place where everyone looks after each other — and I know that’s true in other depots too.”
Marc Reddy, Managing Director at Stagecoach South, said: “This story speaks to the incredible culture we have within Stagecoach South. Ricky’s actions and the generosity of his colleagues are a perfect example of the compassion and camaraderie that run through all our teams.”
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