Several people were injured after a bus crashed into a semi-truck in South El Monte early Wednesday. This video was broadcast on the NBC4 News at 6 a.m. on Dec. 18, 2024.
Several people were involved in a crash in South El Monte early Wednesday, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.
The crash between a bus and a semi truck happened on the North Rosemead Boulevard and Klingerman Street.
The bus, reported to be a Metro bus, crashed into a big rig that was carrying sheets of wood.
"Metro extends its sympathies to those injured and thanks the LA County Sheriff’s Department, the San Gabriel Police Department, the El Monte Police Departmentand the LA County Fire Department for their quick response in assisting everyone. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is leading the investigation into what caused the accident," metro said in a statement.
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At least 11 people were transported with injuries ranging from critical to moderate.
Multiple ambulances and paramedic units were on the scene to assist the victims.
At least one person needed to be extricated. There were no further details immediately available.
