Union, NJ (April 1, 2026) – A collision involving a New Jersey Transit bus and another vehicle at the intersection of Burnet Avenue and Vauxhall Road in Union left at least one person hurt on Monday, March 30, in the early afternoon.
A passenger aboard the bus reported an injury following the crash. No details about the severity of the injury or the occupants of the other vehicle have been confirmed at this time.
The cause of the collision has not been released. Authorities continue to investigate the incident, and more details will be shared as they become available. We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
What Makes Bus and Vehicle Crashes Distinct in New Jersey?
Crashes involving public transit buses and passenger vehicles in New Jersey tend to draw more attention than typical two-car accidents, partly because buses carry multiple passengers who may all be affected by the impact. Even when a collision appears minor from the outside, the people seated inside a bus can experience jolting forces that can cause neck, back, or soft-tissue injuries. Bus passengers often have less protection than vehicle occupants because they may not be wearing seatbelts or may be standing at the time of impact.
New Jersey Transit operates one of the busiest public bus networks in the country, with routes running through densely populated areas like Union Township in Union County. Intersections along major corridors in these communities see frequent bus traffic throughout the day, particularly during midday hours when routes run on regular schedules. Crashes at these crossings can affect both transit riders and drivers sharing the road.
