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Dumpster Truck Accident Lawyers: What You Need to Know About the Long Island School Bus Crash
A devastating crash involving a dumpster truck, a school bus, and an SUV occurred Tuesday in Old Westbury, Long Island, leaving two children and several others injured. The accident, which took place on Post Road near the Long Island Expressway service road, underscores the catastrophic consequences of commercial vehicle collisions.
What Happened in Old Westbury?
According to Old Westbury Police Chief Stuart Cameron, the crash began when a dumpster truck carrying a heavy load of ripped-up asphalt lost its brakes. Unable to stop at a red light, the truck overturned and struck both a small school bus and an SUV. The collision crushed the front corner of the school bus, shattered its windshield, and severely damaged the passenger side of the SUV.
