Yesterday, a collision involving a Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) bus, a Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools bus, and a third vehicle led to six people sustaining non-life-threatening injuries in northeast Charlotte. The incident, located at the intersection of N. Tryon Street and East Craighead Road, did not involve any students on the school bus. According to Queen City News, emergency responders from the Charlotte Fire Department, CMPD, and Medic were dispatched to the scene to investigate and assist those injured.
Charlotte Fire Department reported there were no students aboard the CMS vehicle at the time of the collision. The only occupant was the driver, who was unharmed. Details regarding the specifics of injuries sustained by passengers within the CATS bus or the driver of the third vehicle have not been disclosed. As noted by WBTV, the extent of injuries and the events leading up to the crash remain unclear.
Medic has confirmed that the injuries ranged from minor to moderate, but fortunately none were considered life-threatening. The six individuals were treated accordingly. The local community is now anxious for more information, as Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has yet to release any additional details about what may have caused this unsettling occurrence. This has been reported by WCNC.
CMS has clarified that the school bus was not carrying any students at the time of the mishap, further allaying concerns about child safety in relation to this particular crash. While the investigation is ongoing, traffic in the area of North Tryon Street near East Craighead Road may be affected, and drivers are advised to seek alternative routes. Updated information will be made available as authorities continue their examination of the crash site and circumstances.
