Overview
- Stephen Shrimpton, 40, the driver of a school bus that crashed on the M53, died of natural causes, a coroner's office confirmed.
- The crash occurred in September last year, resulting in the death of 15-year-old student Jessica Baker and injuries to several other children.
- Investigations revealed Shrimpton slumped to his left while driving, leading to the bus leaving the road and overturning.
- An inquest for Jessica Baker is scheduled for a later date, with a review hearing set for July.
- The community has rallied in support, raising over £6,500 for Climbers Against Cancer in memory of Jessica Baker.