In a shocking hit-and-run incident on Interstate 15 near the Nevada-California state line, Erika Bruce, a veteran bus driver, was left fighting for her life after a car slammed into the back of her van. The crash, which occurred early Sunday morning, sent Bruce’s vehicle into a ditch and left her critically injured.
Dashcam footage from Bruce’s van captured the harrowing moments of the crash and provided a crucial lead: the license plate of the suspect’s vehicle was imprinted on the back of her van. This significant piece of evidence has given California Highway Patrol a person of interest in their ongoing investigation.
Bruce, a 30-year employee of a bus charter company, was described by her family as a dedicated worker and loving mother. “She was amazing. I never had to go without,” said her daughter, Tyana Samuel, who is now keeping vigil at Bruce’s hospital bedside. Doctors have placed Bruce on life support, with her family holding onto hope for a miracle recovery.
Bruce’s mother, Verna Scott, emotionally appealed for the driver to come forward. “She’s a good person and she didn’t deserve this,” Scott said.
California Highway Patrol is actively pursuing the case, and Bruce’s family continues to call for justice. This incident serves as a grim reminder of the life-altering consequences of reckless driving.
Hit-and-runs devastate lives and families. If you witness or are involved in such an accident, remember the importance of stopping, rendering aid, and cooperating with authorities.
Bruce’s family hopes that this heartbreaking story will prompt the driver to take responsibility and encourage others to act with accountability on the road. Stay tuned as this investigation unfolds.
