URGENT UPDATE: Six individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries in a serious collision involving a Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) bus, a Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) bus, and another vehicle in northeast Charlotte. The incident occurred yesterday at the intersection of N. Tryon Street and East Craighead Road, raising immediate concerns for community safety.
According to reports from Queen City News, emergency responders, including the Charlotte Fire Department, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD), and Medic, rushed to the scene to assist those injured. Fortunately, none of the injuries are considered life-threatening, and the six individuals were treated for minor to moderate injuries.
Officials confirmed that there were no students aboard the CMS vehicle at the time of the crash. The only occupant, the driver, was unharmed. However, details about the injuries sustained by passengers on the CATS bus and the driver of the third vehicle remain unclear.
As reported by WBTV, the circumstances leading up to the collision are still under investigation, and Medic has not disclosed specifics on the injuries. The local community is eagerly awaiting more information as Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department works to uncover the events leading to this alarming incident.
Community members are advised that traffic in the area of N. Tryon Street near East Craighead Road may be impacted as the investigation continues. Drivers are encouraged to seek alternative routes to avoid delays.
The Charlotte Fire Department has reassured the public that safety protocols are in place and that there were no children on the school bus during the crash, alleviating concerns for parents and guardians.
Stay tuned for updates as authorities continue their examination of the crash site and gather more details on this developing story.
