NEWBERRY, S.C. (DDN) – A school bus and a vehicle collided Thursday morning in Newberry County, requiring the transport of approximately 20 students to the hospital as a precaution.
According to the South Carolina Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 9:30 a.m. on Highway 76 and Airport Road, just north of Newberry.
According to Trooper Brandon Bolt, the bus had just completed a pickup and was pulling away when it was slammed in the rear by a tractor-trailer.
According to the Newberry School District, 21 children and two employees on the bus were sent to Newberry County Memorial Hospital for evaluation. According to law enforcement and the district, there were no significant injuries recorded.
The 18-wheeler driver was charged with exceeding the speed limit for the conditions. The district was operating on a two-hour delay Thursday due to recent inclement weather, but Bolt stated that the collision was not weather-related.
“We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the first responders and the medical team at NCMH for their prompt and professional care,” the Newberry School District said in a statement.
Their prompt response meant that everyone concerned received urgent attention. We appreciate that occurrences like this can be upsetting for families and the community. Please know that the safety and well-being of our children and staff are our top priorities.”
The collision is still being investigated.
Reference: 21 students taken to hospital as precaution after vehicle hits Newberry County school bus
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