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Bus crashes into six cars in Virginia, killing 5 and injuring dozens

Bus crashes into six cars in Virginia, killing 5 and injuring dozens

Summary

A bus crashed into six cars on Interstate 95 in Virginia early Friday morning, killing five people and injuring nearly 35 others. The crash happened near a work zone when traffic slowed, and police say the bus did not slow down in time.

Key Facts

  • The crash occurred at about 2:35 a.m. local time on Interstate 95 in Stafford County, Virginia.
  • Five people died; all were in the vehicles hit by the bus.
  • Nearly 34 people were injured; at least three are in critical condition.
  • The bus struck six vehicles in front of it while approaching a slowed traffic area near road work.
  • Police are still investigating and have not yet announced any charges.
  • Southbound lanes were closed for about seven hours and have now reopened.
  • Injured people were taken to Mary Washington Hospital and Stafford Hospital.
  • The cause appears to be the bus failing to slow down for stopped traffic.
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