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Bus driver charged in Virginia crash that killed five people

Bus driver charged in Virginia crash that killed five people

Summary

A bus driver, Jing S Dong, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter after a crash in Virginia killed five people and injured over 40. The crash happened near a work zone on interstate 95, and investigators are looking into factors like speed, driver fatigue, and language proficiency.

Key Facts

  • The crash occurred early Friday morning on interstate 95 in Stafford County, Virginia.
  • Five people died, including a family of four from Massachusetts and another passenger, Priscilla Mafalda.
  • More than 40 people were injured in the accident.
  • The bus driver, Jing S Dong, is 48 years old, from Staten Island, New York, and a U.S. citizen originally from China.
  • Dong faces two counts of involuntary manslaughter; more charges may be added.
  • Investigators are examining if the driver’s speed, fatigue, and limited English skills contributed to the crash.
  • The bus failed to slow down as cars approached a work zone, striking several vehicles.
  • A GoFundMe campaign for the family’s funeral expenses raised over $50,000.
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