Seven people were killed and 37 others were injured after a bus ran off a road and overturned in Mississippi.
Six people were pronounced dead at the scene and one person died at Merit Heath Hospital, according to Mississippi Highway Patrol. The co-driver was not transported to a hospital.
The 2018 Volvo commercial passenger bus was driving westbound on Interstate 20 when it drove off the road Saturday just before 1 a.m. local time.
In this screen grab from a video, a bus is shown after it crashed in Warren County, Mississippi, on Aug. 31, 2024.
WAPT
In this screen grab from a video, a bus is shown after it crashed in Warren County, Mississippi, on Aug. 31, 2024.
WAPT
The crash is being investigated by the MHP and the Commercial Transportation Enforcement Division.
Among those killed in the crash on westbound Interstate 20 were a 6-year-old and a 16-year-old.
Four men and three women died in the crash, Warren County Coroner Doug Huskey told WAPT.
A tragic accident in Mississippi has left seven people dead and 37 others injured after a bus carrying passengers ran off the road and overturned. The incident occurred on a highway in rural Mississippi, sending shockwaves through the community and leaving many families devastated.
According to reports, the bus was traveling at a high speed when it suddenly veered off the road and flipped over, trapping passengers inside. Emergency responders rushed to the scene to rescue survivors and transport them to nearby hospitals for treatment.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation, but authorities believe that driver error or mechanical failure may have played a role in the crash. The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the tragedy.
The passengers on the bus were reportedly on their way to a religious conference when the accident occurred. Many of them were members of a church group, adding an extra layer of sorrow to the already devastating situation.
The community has come together to support the families of the victims and offer condolences to those affected by the tragedy. Local officials have expressed their sorrow and offered assistance to those in need during this difficult time.
As the investigation into the accident continues, authorities are urging drivers to exercise caution on the roads and ensure that their vehicles are properly maintained to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for vigilance while traveling. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims as they mourn their loved ones and try to come to terms with this senseless loss of life.
