Monday, April 25, 2011

5 Hurt in Cab Accident In Downtown Pittsburgh

A Yellow Cab traveling on Penn Avenue jumped a curb near Sixth Street in downtown Pittsburgh about 1 o'clock this afternoon. Police say at least 4 pedestrians were injured, two critically. The driver was also injured when the taxi struck several parking meters and two buildings.
No identities have been released.
Jamie Campolongo, President and CEO of Pittsburgh Transportation Group, the parent company of Yellow Cab, issued a statement saying they are trying to get full details.

"Our staff will fully cooperate with Pittsburgh Police to determine exactly what happened. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those involved and their families."

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