A passenger trolley carrying about 20 people overturned in St. Johns on Friday evening, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries to 16 individuals, according to St. Johns Deputy Chief of Police, Andy Tobias. The incident occurred in preparation for the Santa Parade and prompted a prompt response from the St. Johns Police Department.

At approximately 5:06 p.m. on Friday, the St. Johns Police Department received a dispatch to the 200 block of N. Clinton St. in response to the overturned trolley. Officials on the scene discovered that approximately 20 passengers were aboard the trolley at the time of the accident.

Fortunately, the injuries sustained by the passengers were reported to be non-life-threatening. Tobias confirmed that all injured individuals who were transported to Sparrow Clinton Hospital in St. Johns or Sparrow Hospital in Lansing have already received medical treatment and have been released.

Authorities have determined that alcohol was not a factor in the trolley accident, according to the St. Johns Police Department. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation, and it remains unclear what led to the trolley overturning.

The incident has raised concerns about passenger safety during local events, as the trolley was being utilized in preparation for the Santa Parade. The St. Johns Police Department is committed to ensuring the well-being of community members and will be reviewing safety protocols to prevent similar accidents in the future.

As the investigation continues, community members are urged to provide any relevant information to assist law enforcement with determining the cause of the accident. The St. Johns Police Department will be working diligently to ensure the safety and security of those attending future events in the area.

Safety precautions and adherence to guidelines will play a critical role in preventing any unfortunate incidents in the future, ensuring that residents and visitors can enjoy community events with peace of mind.