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RCMP

No major injuries in Beaverlodge school bus collision

Sep 27, 2023 | 11:05 AM

On Tuesday September 26, 2023, Beaverlodge RCMP responded to a report of a collision involving a school bus and pickup truck at around 4:00 p.m.

There were 15 students on the school bus at the time of the collision.

Preliminary investigation has revealed the pickup truck was trying to pass another vehicle when it collided with the school bus.

Emergency Services personnel assessed all the children and no major injuries were reported, while the driver and passenger of the pickup truck were taken to hospital with minor injuries.

In light of the incident, Alberta RCMP are reminding the public of the importance of obeying traffic safety laws and following posted signage, as well as being aware of school buses on out roadways.