Some victims were thrown from the vehicle when it crashed

August 23, 2025 · admin

The 52 people on board at the time of the crash were aged between one and 74, police confirmed.

Some victims were thrown from the vehicle when it crashed, police have said, and it is believed most were not wearing seatbelts.

Others were trapped inside the wreckage for several hours.

Translators and translation devices were brought to the scene and hospitals to assist in the investigation.

Andre Ray major, New York State Police troop commander, told a news conference: “The cause of the collision is still under investigation. However, mechanical failure as well as operator impairment have been ruled out at this time.

“The operator has been cooperative and with the investigation still underway. No charges have been filed at this point.”

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