After deadly bus crash, investigators probe company's links to other carriers

Jun 5, 2026 · 9:30 PM UTC ·5 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 44 views

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Investigators are examining the connections of E&P Travel Inc., the company involved in a deadly bus crash in Virginia, to other travel firms. The investigation reveals that E&P Travel may be part of a network of operators known as 'chameleon carriers' that evade scrutiny by changing names while maintaining the same operations. Federal authorities are looking into the company's history of safety violations and its ties to other bus companies in the Northeast.

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▪Five people were killed and dozens injured in a bus crash involving E&P Travel Inc. on May 29, 2026.
▪E&P Travel has been cited multiple times for speeding violations and has a history of safety concerns.
▪The U.S. Department of Transportation is investigating E&P Travel's connections to other bus companies, including those with previous regulatory issues.

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Exclusive U.S. After deadly Virginia bus crash, investigators probe company's links to other carriers By Steve Reilly, Skyler Henry, Skyler Henry Correspondent Skyler Henry is a CBS News correspondent based in Atlanta. Henry was most recently a correspondent for CBS Newspath in Washington. Read Full Bio Skyler Henry, John Kelly, John Kelly Vice President of Data Journalism John Kelly is an investigative journalist and the vice president of Data Journalism for CBS News and Stations. Read Full Bio John Kelly, Michael Kaplan Michael Kaplan Reporter and Producer Michael Kaplan is an award-winning reporter and producer for the CBS News Investigative Unit. He specializes in securing scoops and crafting long-form television investigations.

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