News: Cyclist hit, injured by school bus in Richland Township

ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PA — One person was injured late Tuesday when they were hit by a school bus while riding a bicycle in Richland Township, according to WPXI.

The incident occurred on Route 8 (William Flinn Highway), near a Rite Aid store. Dispatchers first received the call shortly before 11:30 p.m.

It was unclear what led up to the accident, but a medical helicopter was requested. The cyclist was transported to a local hospital with undisclosed injuries.

No one else was reported hurt.

Footage taken at the site shows a full-sized school bus and a significantly mangled bike in the aftermath.

At this time, Northern Regional Police have not released further details.

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