News Summary
A tragic incident in Providence, R.I., resulted in the death of 38-year-old Lucas Garcia after being struck by a school bus. The accident occurred early Thursday morning while Garcia was in a crosswalk. Emergency responders transported him to Rhode Island Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. In a separate incident, a Providence Grove High School bus was involved in a non-injury crash in North Carolina. The police are investigating both incidents as community safety remains a top priority.
Providence Pedestrian Struck by School Bus Dies; Separate Bus Accident in North Carolina
A pedestrian, identified as 38-year-old Lucas Garcia, was struck by a school bus early Thursday morning in Providence, R.I. The tragic incident occurred at approximately 5:48 a.m. on Union Avenue at the Route 10 north on-ramp, where Garcia was reportedly in the crosswalk when he was hit.
At the time of the collision, the school bus was occupied only by the driver and a bus monitor; no students were on board. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene and transported Garcia to Rhode Island Hospital in critical condition. Unfortunately, he later died from his injuries.
In a separate incident, a Providence Grove High School bus, designated as bus #23, was involved in a collision in Climax, North Carolina, on Wednesday. The crash took place on Benny Lineberry Road when a car collided with the rear of the school bus after school hours. Fortunately, the school district reported no injuries to the students or the bus driver involved in this second accident. However, the driver of the car was taken to the hospital for evaluation.
Following the incident in North Carolina, the administration of Providence Grove High School has notified the parents of all students who were involved in the crash. Their communication came as part of their protocol to keep families informed about school-related incidents.
Meanwhile, the Providence police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal pedestrian incident involving Lucas Garcia. Authorities are collecting evidence and witness statements to understand the full details of the accident. Both stories are ongoing and subject to updates as more details emerge.
Context of the Incidents
Accidents involving school buses and pedestrians are a critical concern for communities and highlight the importance of safety regulations and awareness in areas where pedestrians and vehicles share the road. The unfortunate events in Providence and North Carolina reflect ongoing challenges in ensuring safe transportation for students.
In the Providence incident, the lack of students on board the bus might raise discussions about how such vehicles are monitored and operated when school is not in session. In the North Carolina event, the absence of injuries among bus riders illustrates a situation that could have been much worse, emphasizing the importance of road safety protocols for both motorists and school transport systems.
As investigations into these incidents continue, local authorities are likely to reassess safety regulations and engage in discussions about further measures to protect pedestrians and students alike on the roads.
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