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Seven Injured After Breeze Bus Hits College Sign in Venice
Venice, FL – Seven people sustained injuries Monday afternoon following a collision involving a Breeze Bus and another vehicle that resulted in the bus…
By Country Herald News Desk · 2026-09-21T19:20:01.329Z
Venice, FL – Seven people sustained injuries Monday afternoon following a collision involving a Breeze Bus and another vehicle that resulted in the bus striking a monument sign at the State College of Florida. The incident took place at 8000 S. Tamiami Trail in South Sarasota County, prompting a response from local emergency crews.
According to official reports, the collision caused the bus to veer into the campus sign structure. Medical personnel were dispatched to the scene to evaluate those involved in the wreckage.
Among the seven reported injuries, three individuals were transported to the Wellen Park Emergency Room for further care, while one person was taken to SMH Venice. Another individual declined medical treatment at the site, and two remaining passengers were evaluated and subsequently released by responders at the scene.
Authorities confirmed that the crash occurred earlier today, and although the impact caused significant damage to the monument sign, there is currently no road blockage affecting traffic flow on the busy Tamiami Trail corridor. Motorists traveling through the area are advised to remain cautious as crews work to secure the site and clear debris from the vicinity of the college entrance.
The circumstances leading to the initial collision between the Breeze Bus and the second vehicle remain under investigation by local authorities. Further updates will be provided as more information regarding the status of the investigation becomes available.
Residents and commuters are encouraged to monitor local channels for any potential updates concerning temporary lane shifts or repair activities that may occur during the cleanup process in the coming hours.
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