A SEPTA bus had to be towed off Interstate 76 early Wednesday after a pedestrian allegedly hurled a brick at the vehicle, shattering the windshield, according to agency officials.
At a Glance
- A Route 2 bus was struck by a brick around 4:30 a.m.
- The attack happened between Montgomery Drive and Girard Avenue/Philadelphia Zoo exits on eastbound I-76
- No passengers were aboard and the driver was unharmed
- Why it matters: The incident forced the bus to be towed and prompted an ongoing SEPTA police investigation
The incident unfolded shortly before dawn when a pedestrian walking along the eastbound lanes of I-76 threw a brick at the Route 2 bus, News Of Philadelphia reported, citing SEPTA officials. The brick smashed the passenger-side windshield, leaving glass fragments inside the cabin.
Authorities said the bus was empty at the time of the attack. The driver, who was alone behind the wheel, escaped injury, avoiding what could have been a far more dangerous outcome.
SEPTA has not disclosed whether the suspected brick-thrower was apprehended or remains at large. Agency officials confirmed only that SEPTA police have opened an investigation and that no arrests have been announced so far.
The bus was towed from the scene, temporarily disrupting early-morning traffic on the busy highway. Commuters were advised to expect minor delays while crews cleared debris and inspected the damaged vehicle.
SEPTA described the investigation as ongoing and pledged to release additional details as they become available. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact SEPTA police.
