In a tragic incident in Seattle's Belltown area, a red sedan collided with a Seattle Metro Bus before careening off the road and crashing into a building, resulting in the death of a woman who was outside at the time. The fatal crash occurred at around 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of 5th Avenue and Battery Street. Seattle Police reported that the collision between the sedan and the bus caused the bus to veer off the road and strike the woman as it came to a stop.

According to the Seattle Fire Department, the crash left 12 others injured. Fortunately, the injuries sustained by the bus driver and ten passengers were minor and non-life-threatening. Emergency responders were swift in their actions, using the jaws of life to extricate the male driver from the wrecked sedan. He was then rushed to Harborview Medical Center in critical condition. Witnesses at the scene were in awe of the speedy and efficient response of the first responders, who wasted no time in using the necessary tools to rescue the trapped driver.

In addition to the injuries, the crash also caused significant damage and disruption. The building that the bus crashed into was examined by Seattle Fire officials, who determined that there was no significant structural damage. This was a small relief in light of the tragic incident, as it meant that no one was inside the part of the building that was impacted.

The Seattle Police Department's Traffic Collision Investigation Squad is now conducting a thorough investigation into the crash. It is currently unclear what caused the collision between the red sedan and the Metro Bus. The driver of the red sedan, a 31-year-old man, is being evaluated for any signs of impairment, and a Drug Recognition Expert officer will assess the situation. The results of this evaluation will likely play a crucial role in determining the cause of the crash.

This devastating incident highlights the importance of road safety and serves as a reminder for drivers to remain vigilant and exercise caution. As authorities continue their investigation, the community mourns the loss of the woman who lost her life and hopes for a swift recovery for all those injured in the crash.