New York

Multiple People Injured in Accident at East 23rd St and First Ave in Manhattan, NY

Published on: July 7, 2023

Date of Accident
July 6, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Bus
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

E 23rd St & First Ave., Manhattan, NY, USA

What Happened

State Police are investigating a bus crash that left several people injured at East 23rd St and First Ave in Manhattan, NY on July 6th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 7:15 p.m. According to investigators, a double-decker tour bus was involved in a collision with an MTA bus. Police allege the tour bus may have run a red light before colliding with the other bus, leaving as many as 50 people injured. Officials say 27 of the individuals involved were hospitalized for treatment and added none of the injuries sustained were considered to be life-threatening. At this time, additional information is not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
New York Police Department
Vehicles Involved
MTA Bus, Double-Decker Tour Bus
Road/Highway
East 23rd St and First Ave
Injuries Sustained

Various injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

MTA Bus and a Double-Decker Tour Bus were involved in a collision

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