Montgomery County, TX – An 11-year-old Magnolia ISD student died Monday morning after suffering a medical emergency aboard a school bus, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO).
The incident occurred at approximately 7:38 a.m. on January 20, 2026, as the bus was en route to school. Deputies, along with school staff and Precinct 5 Constable personnel, immediately began CPR and other lifesaving measures. The student was transported to a local hospital by Montgomery County Hospital District medics, where they were pronounced deceased.
According to MCSO, early findings indicate the student had a previously diagnosed medical condition, and no foul play is suspected. The Montgomery County Medical Examiner’s Office is working to confirm the cause of death.
“This is an incredibly tough day for our community and the people most affected by this loss,” said Precinct 5 Constable Chris Jones, who also serves as Magnolia ISD’s School Resource Officer. “We stand in solidarity with the student’s family, classmates, and teachers during this heartbreaking time.”
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office expressed condolences to the student’s family, calling it an unimaginable loss for both the family and the Magnolia ISD community. Officials said the student’s name will not be released out of respect for the family’s privacy.
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