MTA Bus Lost Control Before Colliding With Several Vehicles in the Bronx on East 163rd Street
BRONX, NEW YORK (January 26, 2026) – At least eight people were injured in a Bronx MTA bus accident near the intersection of E. 163rd St. and Claudwell Avenue.
New York City officials are saying that the accident took place around 2 PM on Monday. A 63-year-old driver applied the emergency brakes before losing control of the bus.
The bus went on to strike several vehicles before coming to a stop. Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the accident to help the victim.
All injured parties were transported to local area hospitals to receive treatment. A full investigation into the cause of the accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for New York City MTA Bus Accidents
Car accidents remain a leading cause of preventable injury and death in the United States. According to the National Safety Council, “2023 marks the second consecutive decrease in deaths. Deaths decreased 3% in 2023, following a 2% decrease in 2022. From 2019 to 2021, deaths increased by 20%. In 2023, 44,762 people died in motor-vehicle crashes compared to 46,027 in 2022 and 46,980 in 2021.” It is important that certain actions are taken after any bus accident.
- Surveillance footage of the collision should be sought.
- Victims should seek a thorough medical evaluation.
- The maintenance records of the bus should be reviewed.
- Victims should contact an experienced bus accident attorney.
Bus accidents are often highly preventable. They tend to involve situations where a driver is not paying adequate attention to the road ahead of them. If a bus driver fails to slow down to avoid a collision, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Any person injured in a bus accident may be able to pursue some measure of accountability through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering.
Investigating New York City MTA Bus Accidents
We at GLK Law extend our best wishes to all of the victims of this New York City bus accident. It is our sincere hope that they will be able to make a full recovery. There needs to be a fair investigation into what went wrong. This was a preventable creation that should not have taken place.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a New York City bus accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of experienced bus accident attorneys is here to help. We are committed to helping victims get the medical and financial support that they need to move forward with their lives. You’re always welcome to contact us anytime at (516) 908-9792.
