Four people were injured in Bell Gardens on Friday night when a Metro bus crashed into another car around 11:50 p.m. The incident happened near Florence Avenue and Jaboneria Road, according to officials from the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
Three of the injured were passengers on the Metro bus during the crash, while the fourth person was in the car involved, according to a Metro spokesperson. All were taken to hospitals for treatment. The severity of their injuries hasn’t been disclosed.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and Bell Gardens Police Department responded to help. Bell Gardens Police will lead the investigation to determine what caused the crash.
After the incident, a Metro spokesperson thanked the bus driver for quickly alerting emergency services and wished the injured a speedy recovery. The exact cause of the crash is still under investigation, with Metro cooperating fully with authorities to learn more.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the unexpected nature of accidents. Metro and local authorities stress their commitment to keeping commuters and drivers safe, urging everyone to be vigilant and follow traffic laws. Updates will be provided as the investigation continues, focusing on supporting the injured and finding out why this collision occurred in Bell Gardens.