Three Hospitalized after Prison Bus Accident near I Street

SACRAMENTO, CA (May 22, 2023) – Friday morning, nineteen victims sustained injuries in a prison bus collision on 5th Street. 

First responders arrived to the scene shortly before 7:00 a.m., near I Street in downtown Sacramento.

Based on surveillance footage, the driver of a westbound Tesla traveled through a red light at the intersection and collided with a northbound prisoner transport bus. Upon impact, the Tesla spun out of control onto the sidewalk in front of the Federal Courthouse. 

Per reports, twenty-three people were on board the bus at the time. At least 19 occupants sustained minor injuries and were treated at the scene. Meanwhile, paramedics transported three others to a nearby hospital. 

Following preliminary duties, authorities learned that the involved Tesla was registered as a rental vehicle from the Avis Budget Group car rental company. At this time, the Sacramento Police Department continues to investigate the 5th Street two-vehicle crash. 

Make our roads safer by abiding by all traffic laws and following the conditions of the road. Remember that willfully disregarding traffic laws and engaging in unsafe driving behaviors frequently leads to auto accidents that can completely change a person’s life.

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