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Two Pedestrians Killed by IndiGO Bus at Indiana Borough Intersection

The deaths mark the second pedestrian fatality on Philadelphia Street in seven months, prompting borough talks with PennDOT on safety.

Overview

  • Police say the crash occurred around 2 p.m. Monday at Philadelphia and Seventh streets in Indiana Borough.
  • The Indiana County Transit Authority bus was traveling west on Philadelphia Street when it struck two people who were crossing.
  • Authorities have not released the victims' names and have not determined whether the walk signal or traffic light favored the pedestrians.
  • Investigators describe the probe as active and involving several partner agencies, and IndiGO has declined comment during the review.
  • Borough officials point to a March incident on the same street that killed John Reeger and say they will consult PennDOT on possible safety enhancements.