In a tragic accident in Bastrop County, two individuals lost their lives after a collision involving a Hays CISD Tom Green Elementary School bus. The crash resulted in fatalities, leaving the community devastated. The incident is under investigation to determine the cause of the accident and prevent future tragedies.
Tragedy struck on Thursday afternoon in Bastrop County when a fatal crash involving a Hays CISD Tom Green Elementary School bus claimed the lives of two individuals. The accident occurred on State Highway 21 near FM 535, just outside of Cedar Creek.
According to reports from the Texas Department of Public Safety, the school bus was struck by a pickup truck, causing both vehicles to veer off the road and into a ditch. Two passengers in the pickup truck were pronounced dead at the scene, while several students on the school bus sustained minor injuries and were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The identities of the deceased have not yet been released, pending notification of their families. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, and it is unclear at this time if any charges will be filed.
The Hays CISD Tom Green Elementary School community is in shock and mourning the loss of two members of their community. Crisis counselors have been made available to students and staff to provide support during this difficult time.
As more details emerge about the tragic accident, our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who lost their lives in this heartbreaking incident.
