Spotsylvania County, Virginia – A 22-year-old Fredericksburg man was charged after allegedly striking a school bus carrying 14 children Thursday, forcing it off the roadway and into a tree line.
According to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred when the driver allegedly attempted to pass the school bus while traveling on a curve and over a double yellow line. Authorities said the driver encountered eastbound oncoming traffic and swerved back into his lane, striking the front left wheel of the bus.
The impact pushed the bus off the roadway and into nearby trees, officials said.
No injuries were reported, including among the 14 children who were on board at the time of the crash. The driver was charged with reckless driving and released on a summons, according to authorities.
The Sheriff’s Office said the incident underscores the importance of following traffic laws around school buses, particularly on curved roadways and no-passing zones designed to protect student passengers.
School bus safety remains a priority for local law enforcement, especially during weekday morning and afternoon routes that affect student riders and commuters alike.
This remains an active matter through the judicial process.
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