49 School Bus Drivers Test Positive for Drugs or Alcohol in Nationwide Safety Operation

The inspections follow a deadly accident in Châteaudun, prompting expanded controls and calls for stricter prevention measures.

A national safety campaign tested nearly 9,000 school bus drivers, uncovering 49 positive results—44 for drugs and 5 for alcohol.
The operation was launched in response to a fatal accident in Châteaudun, where a driver under the influence of cannabis caused the death of a 15-year-old student and injured 20 others.
All drivers who tested positive face license suspensions, legal proceedings, and potential additional penalties, with some placed in custody.
Officials emphasize a 'zero-tolerance' policy for impaired driving and have extended the inspection campaign to continue for several weeks.
Transport companies have been urged to enhance internal drug and alcohol prevention, testing, and education programs for their drivers.