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USA Today
4 days ago
- USA Today
2 dead, 39 injured when Nashville-bound Greyhound bus crashes near Jackson
2 dead, 39 injured when Nashville-bound Greyhound bus crashes near Jackson Show Caption Hide Caption Avoiding common car crashes Discover the common causes of car crashes and learn how to avoid them. Two people died and nearly 40 people were injured in a Greyhound bus crash on a western Tennessee highway, according to first responders. Lt. Christopher Hosick of the Tennessee Highway Patrol confirmed the two deaths in a statement on May 27. "The collision involved a passenger vehicle and a large passenger bus," Hosick wrote in an email. "I can confirm two fatalities and multiple others with injuries. The investigation is still ongoing." Highway patrol declined to say how the collision happened but said the department will release a preliminary information report when it is available. The incident happened May 26 around 6:48 p.m. on Highway 70 eastbound in Madison County, according to Madison County Fire Rescue, near Jackson, Tennessee. Fire rescue authorities said 39 people were injured, and ambulances took 27 of them to facilities for treatment. Memorial Day shooting: 2 dead, 9 injured in Memorial Day shooting in Philadelphia: Police Bus was traveling from Memphis to Nashville when the crash happened According to a Greyhound spokesperson, the bus was traveling from Memphis to Nashville. Thirty-two passengers, one bus operator and one relief driver were on board, the spokesperson told USA TODAY on May 27. "Thirty people were hospitalized, and most have already been released," Greyhound said. "Our team is actively investigating the situation and providing necessary assistance to our passengers, the driver, and law enforcement. As the investigation is ongoing, we have no further comments at this time." There was no word yet on whether the five other people who were injured were from a separate vehicle or vehicles. USA TODAY is reaching out to authorities for more information. Cause of crash unknown Fire rescue did not say exactly what happened. According to fire and rescue, multiple agencies responded to the crash, including the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the Madison County Sheriff's Office and MedCenter EMS. When contacted on May 27, the sheriff's office referred USA TODAY to the Tennessee Highway Patrol. MedCenter EMS did not immediately respond. 'We ask the community to please avoid the area for the next several hours to allow emergency personnel to safely manage the situation,' fire rescue posted online. 'Our thoughts are with all those affected by this incident, and we remain committed to providing the highest level of care and support.' As of May 28, THP Critical Incident Response Team and Motor Carrier Safety Division have reportedly completed their preliminary investigation, but will continue collecting facts, witness interviews, and analyzing evidence in the next phase of the investigation. Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY's NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – the 757. Email her at sdmartin@
Indianapolis Star
4 days ago
- Indianapolis Star
A dad was reportedly giving his daughter a driving lesson. He then died in a tragic way.
A man died in a single-vehicle traffic collision while teaching a teen girl how to drive in Laguna Beach, California, according to police. The teen girl is the man's daughter, according to reports. The incident occurred near Coast Highway in the area on Memorial Day, May 26, just before 3:00 p.m., per local police. It involved a 15-year-old driver with a permit and an adult male passenger in the vehicle. A preliminary investigation revealed that the driver "traveled from the upper parking lot" of a supermarket and "breached a fence barrier and continued down an embankment before coming to rest" on the highway, police said. USA TODAY has reached out to the Laguna Beach Police Department for more information. Nashville-bound Greyhound bus crashes: 2 dead, 39 injured According to the Laguna Beach Police Department, the man died at the scene. The driver was hospitalized with significant injuries. "It appeared to be on a permitted driver ... with her father out essentially in a driving lesson sort of situation," Lt. Jesse Schmidt told KCAL News. "Gas pedal-brake pedal confusion and tumbled over a 40-foot cliff onto Coast Highway." Outlets have reported that the teen is in stable condition and will survive her injuries. An investigation is ongoing.
USA Today
4 days ago
- Automotive
- USA Today
A dad was reportedly giving his daughter a driving lesson. He then died in a tragic way.
A dad was reportedly giving his daughter a driving lesson. He then died in a tragic way. A man died in a single-vehicle traffic collision while teaching a teen girl how to drive in Laguna Beach, California, according to police. The teen girl is the man's daughter, according to reports. The incident occurred near Coast Highway in the area on Memorial Day, May 26, just before 3:00 p.m., per local police. It involved a 15-year-old driver with a permit and an adult male passenger in the vehicle. A preliminary investigation revealed that the driver "traveled from the upper parking lot" of a supermarket and "breached a fence barrier and continued down an embankment before coming to rest" on the highway, police said. Nashville-bound Greyhound bus crashes: 2 dead, 39 injured Man died, teen driver injured; investigation ongoing According to the Laguna Beach Police Department, the man died at the scene. The driver was hospitalized with significant injuries. "It appeared to be on a permitted driver ... with her father out essentially in a driving lesson sort of situation," Lt. Jesse Schmidt told KCAL News. "Gas pedal-brake pedal confusion and tumbled over a 40-foot cliff onto Coast Highway." Outlets have reported that the teen is in stable condition and will survive her injuries. An investigation is ongoing. Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at tardrey@
