Man crashes into telephone pole in Brighton while trying to swat bee

In Brighton, N.Y., a driver was hospitalized after their vehicle struck a telephone pole on Elmwood Avenue. The accident occurred as the driver attempted to swat away a bee inside the car, leading to a collision that brought down live wires. The incident, which happened on May 1, 2024, resulted in the temporary closure of Elmwood Avenue. After the scene was cleared by RG&E, Elmwood Avenue was reopened to traffic. The driver was taken to the hospital for evaluation, according to police reports.

Source: WHAM