5 People Injured After NJ Transit Bus Hits Pedestrian in East Orange, Authorities Report
Authorities: NJ Transit Bus Injures 5 East Orange Pedestrian
A pedestrian was hit in East Orange, injuring five people on a late-night New Jersey Transit bus, officials said. Essex County, infamous for late-night bus and pedestrian activity, saw the accident Wednesday after midnight.
South Clinton Street and Norwood Place were the scene about 12:10 a.m., according to police. Last night’s NJ Transit bus hit a woman crossing. Bus 94 from Bloomfield to Irvington Center crashed.
Emergency personnel came quickly after the incident. A local hospital treated the pedestrian and four bus passengers. The incident harmed all five victims, although their situations are unknown.
Transit officials confirmed the collision and emphasized pedestrian and rider safety. They underlined that the crash investigation by the East Orange Police Department will reveal more details. Police have not disclosed the cause.
In East Orange, late-night buses and a busy crossroads raised worries about pedestrian safety and traffic. Bus accidents involving pedestrians and transit riders are notable. Investigators carefully study cases like this to determine if speed, lighting, or road conditions contributed.
The incident happens as New Jersey authorities warn drivers and pedestrians about public transit safety, especially late. Community members await answers on how this tragedy occurred and whether high-traffic crossings might be safer as investigators gather more evidence.
The injured’s identify and recovery are unknown. The investigation is ongoing, and East Orange police will update.
Sources
New Jersey Transit
East Orange Police Department
