Bus Driver Falls Asleep at Wheel, Crashes Into Tree

On the 7th, a drowsy driving accident occurred on North Shallowford Road in Dunwoody, Georgia, USA.

A bus operated by the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) crossed lanes, veered off the road, and crashed into a tree.

There were a driver and two passengers on the bus.

All three people were injured, and the driver was transported to the hospital.

MARTA, the bus operating agency, emphasized that it prioritizes the safety of passengers and staff, stating that an accident like this is unacceptable.

However, it was reported that it has not been confirmed how long the driver worked and rested before the accident, or if there were any other factors that contributed to drowsiness.

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