NEW YORK — Thirteen people were injured in a car crash involving an MTA bus Wednesday in the Bronx, according to the New York City Police Department.
Authorities learned of the incident shortly after 9 p.m. after receiving a 911 call.
The accident took place near the intersection of Bruckner Boulevard y Hunts Point Avenue in the Longwood section of the county.
The 13 victims, who suffered minor injuries, were taken to local hospitals. Eight were taken to Lincoln Hospital and the remaining five to St. Barnabas Hospital, according to police.
Bus routes were affected in the Bronx, with delays affecting the eastbound Bx5 bus, and the Bx6 and Bx6-SBS both directions.
At this time, buses will not skip stops.
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Eastbound Bx5, Bx6 and Bx6-SBS buses in both directions are delayed due to NYPD activity at Bruckner Blvd and Hunts Point Ave.
You may see a few extra turns but no stops will be missed.
— NYCT Bus (@NYCTBus) December 21, 2023
According to the FDNY, drivers and travelers are told to expect a large presence of emergency personnel near the crash intersection. Consider alternative routes and allow additional travel time.
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.@FDNY Activity: Expect a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Bruckner Boulevard at Hunts Point Avenue in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.
— NYCEM – Notify NYC (@NotifyNYC) December 21, 2023
This is a developing story. Please check for updates.
Alfredo Acosta with the details.
2023-12-21 05:03:45
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