A tour bus crash in Genesee County, New York, on Friday afternoon has claimed at least three lives and injured over a dozen people, according to state police. The accident, which involved a tractor-trailer and a tour bus, occurred near mile marker 4039 and resulted in the bus rolling over on a highway near Pembroke. Emergency crews have treated up to 52 patients, with several individuals remaining unaccounted for. State officials have confirmed that all lanes of the highway are closed, and additional medical support is being requested.
The tour bus, traveling from Niagara Falls to New York City, was carrying approximately 50 passengers. A passenger manifest provided by the bus company confirmed that 52 individuals, including the driver, were on board. Trooper James O’Callaghan from New York State Police told Fox News Digital that at least three people are dead and several others remain unaccounted for. Some passengers were reportedly ejected from the bus, and others are likely still trapped underneath it.
Erie County Medical Center confirmed that at least 16 patients were transferred from the crash scene to the hospital. Several witnesses described the incident, stating that the bus lost control and crossed over the median before flipping onto the shoulder. Multiple emergency helicopters, including four Mercy Flight helicopters, have been called to the scene to provide medical aid. New York Governor Kathy Hochul has been briefed on the incident and has coordinated with local law enforcement to provide assistance.
The cause of the crash has not yet been released, and the investigation is ongoing. Local officials have advised the public to avoid the area. The Genesee County Sheriff’s Office did not respond to inquiries, and the county manager and fire department were unavailable for comment. This is a developing story, with updates expected as more information becomes available.