Overview
- A school bus carrying students from Downey and Pine Hill elementary schools left the roadway and struck a tree on Downey Street near Phillips Brooks Road, officials said Tuesday afternoon.
- Westwood Police and the fire department found 15 students and the bus driver on board at the scene, according to police and district statements.
- One student was taken to hospital with minor injuries and the bus driver was also transported to hospital, with officials saying the driver’s condition is not yet known.
- Responding crews said no other vehicles were involved and authorities have opened an investigation that will review the scene, vehicle factors and witness accounts.
- The crash occurred during after-school transport and has prompted notifications to families and further safety checks by the district as officials prepare to release more details.