A crash involving an SEPTA bus in Philadelphia killed one on Wednesday afternoon, according to news reports. The accident occurred in Southwest Philadelphia. Speak with a Philadelphia bus accident lawyer from Kwartler Manus today if you or a loved one suffers injuries in a bus accident.
Details of the Fatal SEPTA Bus Crash in Southwest Philadelphia
News reports indicate that the crash involving the SEPTA bus happened at the intersection of Island and Buist avenues in Southwest Philadelphia. Police, fire, and EMS personnel were dispatched to the scene shortly after 4 pm.
Police told news outlets that three vehicles were involved in the crash: a SEPTA bus, a 2019 Honda CRV, and a black Jeep Compass. Two occupants of the Honda CRV were transported to Presbyterian Medical Center, where the passenger was pronounced deceased around 5:20 pm. The driver of the Honda CRV was listed in critical condition. The driver of the Jeep Compass reported no injuries.
The crash remains under investigation. Police did not provide an update on whether tickets would be issued or if any arrests would be made as a result of the crash. There was no word on injuries on the SEPTA bus or if it was transporting passengers at the time of the crash.
Call Kwartler Manus in Philadelphia Today After a Bus Accident
Suffering injuries in a SEPTA bus accident can lead to a lifetime of stress and physical therapy. You deserve to be compensated for those injuries, especially if someone else was at fault for the crash. Talk to the team at Kwartler Manus today about your case. Our Philadelphia bus accident attorneys offer free consultations.
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