Greenville, OH – A serious head-on crash involving a Greenville City School bus and a car shut down part of US Route 127 in Darke County on Friday morning, October 3.
According to the Darke County Sheriff’s Office, the accident happened around 8:30 a.m. in the 8800 block of US 127. Deputies said multiple emergency crews, including Ansonia Rescue, Ansonia Fire, Greenville Township Fire and Rescue, the Ohio State Highway Patrol, and CareFlight, responded to the scene.
Preliminary reports indicate the crash occurred when a green vehicle struck the school bus head-on. Details about the number of passengers and any potential injuries have not yet been released. CareFlight was called to assist, suggesting possible serious injuries.
The sheriff’s office noted that Greenville Police and additional fire units were also on-site to assist with traffic control and rescue operations. The roadway in the area was temporarily blocked as crews worked the scene.
Authorities have not yet confirmed how many students were on board or their conditions. The investigation remains ongoing.
Residents traveling through Greenville and Darke County are advised to use caution and expect possible delays along US 127 as law enforcement continues its response.
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