News Summary
A collision involving a car and a RIPTA bus in Providence left four hospitalized, including three students. The incident occurred at the intersection of Charles and Corliss streets. The driver of the car failed to yield, resulting in injuries to multiple individuals, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.
Providence, Rhode Island – Four Hospitalized After Car Collision with RIPTA Bus
A crash involving a car and a Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) bus on Tuesday afternoon left four individuals hospitalized, including three students. The incident occurred at approximately 3:41 p.m. at the intersection of Charles and Corliss streets.
According to preliminary investigations, the driver of a 2021 Hyundai Kona SUV failed to yield before colliding with the bus, which was carrying 12 students at the time. As a result of the crash, the driver of the car received a citation from a traffic officer.
Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, transporting the bus driver, who complained of neck and left shoulder pain, to Roger Williams Medical Center. Three students from the bus were taken to Hasbro Children’s Hospital for evaluation and treatment of various injuries. One student reported pain in the back, hip, right forearm, and right leg, while another suffered from back pain. The third student experienced pain in the right knee and right hand.
In the aftermath of the collision, Providence police cordoned off sections of Charles Street to manage the situation. However, the street has since been reopened to traffic. The RIPTA has indicated that inquiries regarding the incident have been referred to the police for further investigation.
Incident Details
On the day of the crash, weather conditions were reported as clear, and there was no immediate indication of external factors contributing to the incident. The bus was en route with a group of students, who were not identified in initial reports. Emergency medical responders were dispatched promptly, ensuring that all injured parties received necessary medical attention.
Background Context
This incident marks another event in a series of traffic-related emergencies involving school transportation in Providence. With the vitality of ensuring student safety during transit, authorities continually emphasize the need for drivers to adhere to traffic laws, particularly those involving yielding at intersections. The RIPTA operates numerous routes catering to student transport, and incidents like this raise concerns about student safety within public transport systems.
The investigation is ongoing, with the police working to gather all relevant evidence and witness statements necessary to assess the situation comprehensively. Local traffic regulations require all drivers to be vigilant, especially in busy intersections where pedestrians and children are frequently present, underscoring an ongoing public safety message for the community.
As the details of this incident unfold, families and community members remain concerned for the well-being of those injured. The condition of the hospitalized individuals has not been publicly disclosed beyond their initial complaints of pain, and updates may be provided by the respective medical facilities involved.
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Additional Resources
- Turn to 10 News
- Wikipedia: Rhode Island Public Transit Authority
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- Google Search: RIPTA bus accident
- Patch.com
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic Safety
- WPRI News
- Google News: Providence RIPTA bus crash
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