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Driver Identified, Facing Charges After Near-Miss on Romulus School Bus Route

Police identified a 26-year-old from the bus video who faces a misdemeanor for illegally passing the stopped bus.

Overview

  • A newly released bus camera video shows a white sedan passing in the opposite lane and nearly striking a student crossing after a stop in Romulus, Michigan.
  • The bus driver sounded the horn and the child retreated to safety, and no injuries were reported.
  • Romulus police say the motorist briefly stopped at the scene before driving away.
  • Authorities report the driver has been identified as 26 years old and is facing misdemeanor charges.
  • Police note that a first offense for illegally passing a school bus can bring up to a $500 fine and 100 hours of community service, and they are reviewing bus footage to cite or prosecute violators.