Metro Bus Crash Injures 3 Women, Slams Into Northwest DC Restaurant
An investigation is currently underway following a Metro bus crash that resulted in injuries to three women in Northwest Washington, D.C. The incident occurred on April 4 near the intersection of 7th Street and Q Street, NW.
Details of the Metro Bus Crash
According to officials, the bus was struck before veering into the AMBAR Restaurant. Fortunately, the establishment was unoccupied at the time of the collision.
Injuries and Medical Response
- Three adult women sustained minor injuries.
- Injured individuals were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
- The bus driver was also among those injured.
Emergency Response Actions
Emergency crews swiftly secured utilities and began clearing the building. Specially-trained teams were deployed to safely extract the bus from the restaurant.
By 10:05 a.m., crews were engaged in breaking up a concrete barrier to facilitate the removal of the vehicle.
Building Assessment and Investigation
A thorough structural evaluation of the restaurant’s facade is planned once the bus is removed from the site. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) and D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are leading the inquiry into the crash’s cause.
This story is still developing, and updates will be provided as new information arises.
