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Leander ISD Bus Rollover Near Sandy Creek Leaves Dozens Injured in Conflicting Reports

Local agencies are investigating the cause after the bus flipped on the first day of school.

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Overview

  • The bus overturned around 3:16 p.m. on Aug. 13 in the 22100 block of Nameless Road near Sandy Creek, carrying students back to Leander ISD.
  • Austin-Travis County EMS reported 42 children and one adult aboard, while Fox 7 cited 43 passengers and at least 16 injuries, underscoring unresolved discrepancies.
  • First responders from ATCEMS and the Travis County Sheriff’s Office led the emergency response, treating and transporting those hurt.
  • A reunification center opened at Round Mountain Baptist Church in Leander to help families locate and reunite with children.
  • Authorities including the Texas DPS and Leander ISD have launched an investigation to determine the crash’s cause and confirm official passenger and injury figures.