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36 injured in Wednesday's 12-vehicle crash in Maryland; bus driver in critical condition
By Scripps News Group at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 9, 2026
· 2 min read
We're learning more about a devastating crash involving an MTA bus that injured dozens in Pikesville, Maryland, on Wednesday.According to Baltimore County police, at 6 p.m., the bus was traveling southbound in the 1500 block of Reisterstown Road when it struck several vehicles before losing contr...
Key takeaway According to Baltimore County police, at 6 p.
Why this matters in The Waco
This devastating crash in Maryland serves as a stark reminder of the importance of traffic safety, a concern that is also relevant to the Waco community. While the details of this incident are still unfolding, it's clear that the intersection where the crash occurred has a history of accidents, much like some of the busy intersections in Waco. The fact that a mass casualty incident was declared and multiple ambulances responded to the scene highlights the need for effective emergency response plans, which is something that Waco's public safety officials should continue to review and refine. Furthermore, the involvement of a public transportation vehicle in the crash raises questions about the safety protocols in place for such vehicles, an issue that may also be relevant to Waco's own public transportation systems. As the investigation into this crash continues, Waco residents may want to pay attention to any recommendations or findings that could have implications for traffic safety in their own community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? We're learning more about a devastating crash involving an MTA bus that injured dozens in Pikesville, Maryland, on Wednesday.According to Baltimore County police, at 6 p.m., the bus was traveling southbound in the 1500 block of Reisterstown Road when it struck several vehicles before losing contr...
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