School Bus Collides With Crown Heights Apartment Building, Displacing 26 Residents
A school bus without students on board crashed into a four-story apartment building at 869 Eastern Parkway in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. The incident caused significant damage, leading to a partial vacate order and the displacement of 26 residents. No serious…
New York, NY, September 17, 2026 —
A school bus crashed into a four-story apartment building in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn on Tuesday, causing significant structural damage and leading to the displacement of dozens of residents. The incident occurred at 869 Eastern Parkway.
Fortunately, the bus was reportedly empty of students at the time of the collision. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following the impact. While the building sustained considerable damage, authorities confirmed that no serious injuries were reported among the residents or the bus driver.
As a result of the damage, officials issued a partial vacate order for the affected building. This order has resulted in 26 residents being displaced from their homes. The exact cause of the crash has not yet been determined or publicly released. Details regarding the specific bus operator or school affiliation were not immediately available. Further assessments of the building’s structural integrity are expected to be conducted by city agencies. The aftermath of the incident has prompted concern among local residents regarding building safety and the immediate housing needs of those who have been displaced. The timeline for repairs or residents’ return to the building remains undetermined.
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