May 17, 2024

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Introduction
A major traffic incident involving a collision between a truck and a bus occurred in Wetherill Park, Sydney, leading to multiple injuries.

Incident Overview
The accident took place just before 5 PM on Friday at the intersection of Liverpool-Parramatta Transit Way and Davis Rd. Both vehicles sustained considerable damage.

Emergency Response and Casualties
NSW Ambulance dispatched three paramedic crews to the scene to assist and assess the casualties. One male bus passenger was seriously injured with leg trauma and was immediately taken to Liverpool Hospital for urgent care. Three other passengers and the truck driver sustained minor injuries; they were treated at the scene and some were transported to Fairfield Hospital for further evaluation.

Vehicle Damage
The collision’s impact left both vehicles severely damaged. The truck’s front end was particularly wrecked, with a crushed windscreen and cab roof, highlighting the crash’s severity. The bus sustained significant damage to its rear passenger door.

Investigation and Traffic Impact
Authorities are investigating the cause of the collision, which caused considerable disruption to the evening traffic in the area. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes as emergency services managed the scene.

Conclusion
The incident has prompted renewed calls for increased safety measures at intersections to prevent such accidents in the future. As the community awaits more details from the investigation, the focus remains on recovery and support for those affected.

Further Information: Anyone with additional information or dashcam footage is encouraged to contact local authorities to aid in the ongoing investigation.