Medical Emergency Causes School Bus Crash in NKY

The accident took place this morning in Burlington.

Shutterstock photo.

(Burlington, Ky.) – First responders were dispatched to a school bus crash this morning in northern Kentucky.

According to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, the school bus driver had a medical emergency and went into cardiac arrest as the bus approached the intersection of Collier Lane and Hanover Boulevard in Burlington.

The bus continued across Hanover Boulevard and crashed into several trees in the backyard of a residence on Sherwood Court.

Deputies arrived in less than three minutes and removed the driver and immediately administered CPR.

In total, three students were transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The remaining students refused medical care on the scene.

The school bus driver, who was not identified, is currently in ICU.

All students onboard attend Cooper High School.

More from Local News

Events

Suspension Bridge Road Closed To All Truck Traffic

The bridge section will remain open to all passenger vehicle traffic.

Switzerland Co. BPA Shines at State Leadership Conference

Several Switzerland Co. students have qualified for Nationals.

Utility Construction Project Begins in Aurora

Downtown Aurora traffic restrictions will be in place.

Former East Central Star Named NE10 Championship Most Outstanding Player

Hope Fox and the Southern Connecticut State Owls are a No. 1 seed heading into the DII Tourney.

SEI Hoops Stars Earn HBCA All-District Honors

Senior All-District players will be on the ballot for the All-Star Game in April.

On Air

Your Hometown Radio Station playing
Keith Urban - God Whispered Your Name

Brad Paisley He Didn't Have To Be 5:20
Jon Pardi Jon Pardi - Dirt On My Boots - Eagle Only 5:16
Ronnie Milsap Legend in My Time 5:13
Blake Shelton Happy Anywhere 5:09