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At Least 7 Children Hurt in Tuscaloosa School Bus–Pickup Truck Crash

Officials reported minor injuries, with conflicting reports on whether the collision occurred in the morning or evening.

Overview

  • Tuscaloosa police spokeswoman Stephanie Taylor said at least seven children were taken to DCH Regional Medical Center with apparently minor injuries.
  • The collision involved a Tuscaloosa City Schools bus and a pickup truck in Tuscaloosa.
  • WVTM reported the crash around 7:45 a.m. at Old Birmingham Highway and Keenes Mill Road.
  • An AL.com account said it happened just before 8 p.m. on Old Birmingham Highway, creating a timing discrepancy.
  • Police were on scene and are investigating what caused the crash.