POLK COUNTY, Texas (KTRE/Gray News) – A tragic accident in Polk County, Texas, has claimed the life of a student after multiple vehicles, including a school bus, were involved in a fatal crash.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is currently investigating the incident, which occurred on Thursday afternoon on U.S. Highway 59 just north of Livingston.
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According to preliminary reports, the crash took place at around 4:17 p.m. when a Livingston Independent School District bus had stopped in the northbound lane with its flashing red lights on and stop sign extended to allow a child to disembark.
The investigation suggests that a Toyota passenger car was traveling behind the school bus when it was struck from behind by a tractor-trailer. The impact caused the truck to veer to the right, where the child was standing in the driveway.
Tragically, the victim, a 15-year-old boy, was pronounced dead at the scene by a justice of the peace.
Fortunately, both the 28-year-old driver of the Toyota and the 41-year-old truck driver escaped the accident unharmed.
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The Livingston Independent School District released a statement expressing their deep sorrow over the loss. They emphasized the importance of life and how fragile it can be, especially when a young life is taken away. The district extended their thoughts and condolences to the victim’s family and friends.
In response to the tragedy, counselors will be available at the school on Friday to provide support to students and staff members.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is continuing its investigation into the incident.
(Note: This article has been written using simplified British English.)
