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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. – A Seckman High School student was struck by a school bus today during dismissal in Imperial, Missouri. The incident has left the community shaken, and an investigation is currently underway.
Incident Details
The event occurred in the afternoon as students were dismissed from Seckman High School. According to Principal Jeff Krutzsch, the student was struck by the school bus as it was leaving the campus.
The immediate response from emergency services ensured that the student received prompt medical care.
- Date and Time: Afternoon, during dismissal
- Location: Seckman High School, Imperial, Missouri
- Incident: Student struck by school bus during dismissal
Emergency services arrived at the scene shortly after the incident, providing immediate care to the student before transporting them to a medical facility for further attention.
As of now, the condition of the student remains unknown, and authorities are awaiting updates.
School’s Response and Investigation
The principal communicated the incident to the families and staff in an official message. Krutzsch reassured the community that while the student was hit, no students aboard the bus were injured.
The families of the student and the bus passengers were notified, and the school has offered counseling services for students who may have witnessed the traumatic event.
- Emergency Response: Quick arrival of medical teams to the scene
- Bus Passengers: No injuries reported
- Counseling Services: Available for students affected by the incident
The Fox C-6 School District and local police have initiated an investigation into the incident. Krutzsch emphasized that the safety and well-being of students and staff is the school’s top priority.
Community Impact
The incident has impacted both students and staff members at Seckman High School. Counselors have been made available to support those who may be struggling with the emotional aftermath of the accident.
Krutzsch mentioned that students who were present during the incident could be affected by what they witnessed.
- Support Services: Counseling provided for students and staff
- Investigation: Police and Fox C-6 transportation department involved
Investigation Update
The investigation is being led by local law enforcement officers and the Fox C-6 transportation department. They are working to determine the cause of the incident and ensure that safety measures are reviewed to prevent future accidents.
- Investigation Team: Local police and Fox C-6 transportation department
- Focus: Determining cause and preventing future incidents
The incident at Seckman High School has left the community deeply concerned, but the swift response from emergency services and the school’s commitment to student well-being offer some reassurance.
As the investigation continues, authorities will work to gather all the facts to ensure the safety of all students and staff in the future.
The Seckman High community is rallying together to support the affected student and all those impacted by this unfortunate event.