FITCHBURG, MASS. (WHDH) - A person was hospitalized after being hit by a bus when it crashed into a building in Fitchburg Thursday, police said.
At around 7:48 a.m., officers responded to 100 Main Street for a report of a pedestrian crash, according to the Fitchburg Police Department.
When first responders arrived, the pedestrian was extricated from under the bus, treated on scene, and then flown to a trauma hospital by LifeFlight, police said.
“The crews performed quickly, using the airbags, electronic jaws, cribbing, and we were able to free the victim pretty quickly,” said Fitchburg Fire Deputy Chief Patrick Roy.
Alden Clark said he heard the crash and rushed to help.
“I was talking to the guy, I said, ‘Hang in there, we’re saying our prayers. The fire department’s on their way,'” Clark said.
The bus was operated by the Montachusett Regional Transit Authority.
Investigators were on scene Thursday afternoon, inspecting the vehicle’s brakes and speaking with the driver. No other injuries were reported.
The scene was shut down for hours before the bus was towed from the scene. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Individuals who may have witnessed the crash or have information are asked to contact Fitchburg police at 978-345-9650.
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