Zionsville, IN (December 16, 2024) – One person sustained injuries following a crash involving a Zionsville Community Schools bus Monday afternoon at the intersection of 5th Street and Oak Street in Zionsville.
According to the Zionsville Police Department, the incident occurred around 2:45 p.m. The bus was traveling south on 5th Street when it was struck by a car traveling east on Oak Street. The driver of the car was briefly trapped inside their vehicle due to the collision, but crews from the Zionsville Fire Department were able to extricate the driver.
Medics transported the driver of the car to the hospital for evaluation and treatment. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the bus, and it appears the crash was limited to the car’s driver. Police are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the individual injured in the crash, and we wish them a quick and full recovery.
School Bus Accidents in Indiana
Accidents involving school buses, though rare, can cause significant concern for parents and the community, especially when other vehicles are involved. While school buses are designed to be safe for children, crashes with other vehicles can still result in injury, as seen in this case.
In Indiana, laws are in place to ensure school buses are given priority when stopping to pick up or drop off students. However, accidents can still occur at busy intersections, like 5th and Oak Street, due to factors such as driver distraction, failure to yield, or poor visibility.
Drivers are reminded to always be vigilant and follow traffic laws, especially around school buses or in school zones, to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of children and others on the road.
For more information or to receive help after an accident, contact Local Accident Reports. If you or someone you know has been injured in a crash, reach out to Local Accident Reports for assistance.