Fairfield, NJ (October 28, 2024) – A motor vehicle crash involving a Lakeland Commuter bus and a passenger vehicle occurred on Saturday, October 26, resulting in injuries to two individuals. The incident took place around 7:32 p.m. near the Hampton Inn and Suites at 118 Route 46 East.
According to preliminary investigations, the driver of the 2015 Kia Soul, a 22-year-old male from Ohio, was attempting to exit the parking lot of Plato’s Closet, located at 137 Route 46 West. In an attempt to illegally enter an emergency vehicle U-turn cut, he crossed both westbound lanes of the highway and collided with an oncoming Lakeland Commuter bus.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, and both the driver of the Kia and a passenger were treated for their injuries. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported among the bus passengers or crew.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing, with authorities looking into the circumstances that led to the collision.
Our thoughts are with those injured in this accident, and we wish them a swift recovery.
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