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A serious traffic accident involving a Greyhound bus occurred on the evening of May 26 along Highway 70 East in Madison County, Tennessee. The crash took place shortly before 7 p.m. near the city of Jackson. Local emergency services declared it a “mass casualty incident,” with 39 individuals reported injured. Of those, 27 were transported by ambulance to nearby hospitals for further care, according to Madison County Fire Rescue.

The bus was on its scheduled route from Memphis to Nashville when the collision happened. Greyhound confirmed that 34 people were on board—32 passengers, a driver, and a relief driver. In a statement, the company said 30 people were taken to hospitals for evaluation or treatment, and many have since been released. It remains unclear if the remaining injured individuals were bus passengers or occupants of other vehicles involved in the incident.

So far, the exact cause of the crash has not been confirmed. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is leading the investigation. Multiple agencies responded to the scene, including the Madison County Sheriff’s Office and MedCenter EMS. When asked for updates, local officials referred questions to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, which has not yet issued a public statement.

Greyhound has stated it is cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation. A company spokesperson noted, “We are actively working with law enforcement and are focused on supporting our passengers and crew.” The company has also reached out to assist affected individuals and their families. Emergency personnel urged the public to avoid the area in the hours following the crash as crews worked to stabilize the scene and ensure safety.

Fire rescue teams responded quickly, treating and transporting those with injuries and ensuring the roadway was cleared. The scale of the incident prompted additional ambulance support from neighboring counties. “Our priority remains the well-being of those affected,” Madison County Fire Rescue posted on social media.

This is one of the most serious bus-related accidents in the region in recent years. The incident has raised concerns about road safety on Highway 70 East, which has seen several accidents over the past decade. Officials are expected to review traffic conditions and bus safety measures in the coming weeks as the investigation progresses.

As of May 28, authorities have not released the names of those involved or the severity of their injuries. Family members seeking information have been encouraged to contact local hospitals and Greyhound’s emergency support team for updates. The Tennessee Highway Patrol has urged witnesses to come forward with any information that could assist the investigation.