A Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) bus was involved in a serious traffic incident Monday afternoon in the Bronx, resulting in injuries to multiple individuals and significant vehicle damage.
Incident Details
The crash occurred shortly before 2 p.m. along the roadway between Cauldwell Avenue and Trinity Avenue, according to the New York City Fire Department. Authorities reported that the bus struck six vehicles over the course of approximately six blocks as it traveled through the area.
Several of the vehicles were impacted near East 163rd Street, including two cars positioned in front of a nearby school. One vehicle was pushed into a light pole, while another overturned onto its side. Farther along the route, an SUV was forced onto the sidewalk, and another vehicle sustained heavy rear-end damage.
Injuries Reported
The bus driver and seven passengers were injured in the incident. Emergency responders transported all eight individuals to Lincoln Medical Center for evaluation and treatment. Officials have not released additional information regarding the severity of the injuries.
Video footage recorded from inside the bus shows passengers reacting with alarm as the bus continued moving and collided with vehicles along the roadway.
Investigation Ongoing
Authorities are continuing to investigate what led to the loss of control. The MTA and local law enforcement are reviewing whether mechanical issues, environmental factors, or a medical condition involving the driver may have played a role.
According to information provided to local media outlet WABC, the bus was traveling uphill when the driver pressed the accelerator and experienced a possible mechanical malfunction. Officials are also examining whether the emergency brake was engaged before the bus came to a stop.
The investigation remains ongoing, and no official determination has been made regarding the cause of the incident.
