What could have been a frightening afternoon commute for 22 students in Baker County ended as a minor crash on Thursday, after a sedan rear-ended a school bus in Macclenny. The collision happened on Macclenny Avenue at about 3 p.m., when the bus stopped to make a left turn. Authorities reported only minor damage to the rear of the bus and confirmed that all students were accounted for with no injuries.
According to Action News Jax, Florida Highway Patrol troopers said the sedan struck the back of the bus while it was stopped to turn. Troopers remained on scene after the crash and began looking into what led up to the impact.
Local outlet WCJB reports the sedan’s driver was from Gainesville and was traveling eastbound on Macclenny Avenue when the crash occurred around 3 p.m. The station confirmed there were 22 students on board and that none required medical attention.
District Response And Ride Safety
Per the Baker County School District’s transportation page, the transportation department oversees bus operations across the county and coordinates with emergency responders when incidents occur. The Baker County School District Transportation page lists contact information and route-tracking resources for families who want to monitor their child’s ride.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers told Action News Jax they were investigating the crash to determine what factors may have contributed. Troopers did not immediately release information about any citations or other findings.
Additional details about the collision had not been released, WCJB reported. Parents with questions about specific routes or student pickup are encouraged to contact the Baker County Schools transportation office for the latest information.
