On Tuesday afternoon, a serious accident occurred in Newark, Essex County, when a tractor trailer collided with a New Jersey Transit bus. The incident took place around 3 p.m. at the intersection of Marlin Street and Port Street.
Details of the Incident
The transit bus was en route to the Jersey Gardens Mall when the rear-end collision happened. As a result of the crash, eight individuals were hospitalized, including seven passengers and the bus driver. Fortunately, their injuries are reported to be non-life-threatening.
Response and Investigation
Port Authority police were quick to respond to the scene. The tractor trailer’s driver chose to decline medical assistance following the collision. Currently, officials are conducting an investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident.
Summary of Injuries
- Seven passengers from the bus
- Bus driver
- All sustained non-life-threatening injuries
As the investigation continues, authorities are working to gather more information about the circumstances leading to this incident.
