None of the students, all ages 14 to 17, were injured during the crash, which happened on County Road 4114 near the intersection of County Road 4123 just before 6:00 a.m., according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
DPS reports the driver was traveling east down County Road 4114 when he could not make a left turn due to his speed, as well as the road being gravel and unlit. The bus then traveled into the intersection then off the road.
The driver was cited for unsafe speed, and DPS explained that, “unsafe speed is not alleging the driver was speeding, only that the bus was being operated at a speed greater than was prudent for the conditions of the roadway, lighting, etc.”
Hermleigh ISD released the following statement on the crash:
“This morning, one of our Hermleigh ISD activity buses was involved in a one vehicle accident while carrying students to a contest. We are relieved to report that no one was seriously injured. We are thankful to Hermleigh ISD staff, Scurry County Sheriff Department, Fire Department, Emergency Management and EMS for a swift response!
We want to assure you the safety and well-being of our students and staff is always our top priority in the district. Our team responded immediately to ensure that all necessary protocols were followed.
As always, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety for our students during transportation, and throughout the school day. If you have any concerns or questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Hermleigh ISD at (325) 863-2451.
Thank you for your continued support and trust in Hermleigh ISD.”
No further information is available at this time.
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