Oologah, OK – A deadly crash involving a school bus and a truck in Rogers County left one man dead and several students with minor injuries on Tuesday.
According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, troopers responded to the collision on September 3 when a truck struck the rear of a stopped school bus with its flashing lights and stop sign activated. The driver of the truck died at the scene from his injuries. Authorities said several students aboard the bus were treated for minor injuries but none were reported to be seriously hurt.
Investigators said the school bus had been stopped in the outside lane when it was hit. Troopers are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the crash and are reviewing available evidence.
Officials extended gratitude to first responders and Oologah Public Schools for their quick assistance in caring for students immediately following the crash.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol urged drivers to remain cautious in school zones and around buses, emphasizing the importance of obeying traffic laws designed to protect children.
“The safety of our children depends on all of us,” the agency stated in its release.
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