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5 hurt after car speeding away from police crashes into MARTA bus
By Alex Jones at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
Atlanta police are investigating a chase that ended in a crash on Tuesday afternoon.Police say a suspect’s car sped away from officers on James Jackson Pkwy. NW.Shortly after, the car crashed into the front of a MARTA bus at Etheridge Dr. NW and Hightower Rd NW.Channel 2 Action News found the MAR...
Key takeaway Channel 2 Action News found the MARTA bus with a shattered front windshield about to be towed away.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The crash on Etheridge Drive and Hightower Road is a stark reminder of the risks that high-speed police chases pose to innocent bystanders in Atlanta. In this case, the pursuit of a suspect's car put the lives of 10 MARTA bus passengers at risk, resulting in five injuries. The fact that none of the injuries were critical is a relief, but the incident still raises concerns about the safety of public transportation in the city. As Atlanta police investigate the incident, they will likely examine whether protocols for high-speed chases were followed and whether there were alternative ways to apprehend the suspect without putting others in harm's way. The incident also highlights the importance of coordination between Atlanta police and MARTA police in responding to emergencies and ensuring the safety of the public.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Atlanta police are investigating a chase that ended in a crash on Tuesday afternoon.Police say a suspect’s car sped away from officers on James Jackson Pkwy. NW.Shortly after, the car crashed into the front of a MARTA bus at Etheridge Dr. NW and Hightower Rd NW.Channel 2 Action News found the MAR...
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