Tragic Accident Claims Life of Wasilla Woman, Rebecca J. Williams
A tragic accident in Palmer early Friday morning has claimed the life of a Wasilla woman after a collision involving a school bus.
According to the Palmer Police Department, dispatchers received a call at approximately 6:31 a.m. reporting a collision between a school bus and a pedestrian on Arctic Avenue, between Gulkana Street and Airport Road.
When officers and emergency responders arrived, they found 48-year-old Rebecca J. Williams of Wasilla unresponsive. Bystanders and first responders immediately began CPR, but despite their efforts, Williams was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators say the preliminary findings indicate Williams was walking in the middle of the roadway at the time of the crash. The school bus driver reportedly had no time to react before striking her. Police confirmed there were no children on board the bus during the incident.
The bus driver remained at the scene and fully cooperated with investigators. Authorities emphasized that, as with all fatal collisions, a thorough and extensive investigation will be conducted before a final determination is made.
Palmer Police closed Arctic Avenue between South Denali Street and Airport Road for several hours while they investigated. The roadway was reopened at approximately 9:30 a.m.
Officials extended their condolences to the family and loved ones of Williams, while urging drivers and pedestrians alike to remain cautious, especially during early morning hours when visibility can be limited.
The investigation into the fatal collision remains ongoing.
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