3 people injured after MARTA bus smashes into tree

Atlanta, GALocal News

A serious accident involving a MARTA bus took place on Thursday night in southwest Atlanta, injuring three people. The bus was traveling down Dollar Mill Road near Boulder Park Drive when it slid off the road and crashed into a tree, breaking through a guardrail in the process. Two of the injured individuals were transported to the hospital, while a third is reported to be recovering at the scene. The exact conditions of the hospitalized individuals remain unclear as details are still emerging. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding public transportation safety and the potential hazards faced by bus drivers.

MARTA officials are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the factors that led to the crash. Community members are likely to be anxious about the implications for public transport safety in the area. Further updates will be necessary to inform the public about the outcomes for those injured.

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