Two Injured in Smith County School Bus Crash at SH-155 and FM 2661

Smith County, Texas (November 4, 2021) – Two people were injured Thursday morning in a school bus crash in Smith County, according to the Texas DPS.

The crash happened just before 6:45 a.m., at the intersection of SH-155 and FM 2661.

DPS said a Bullard ISD bus was traveling westbound on FM-344 and was turning southbound onto SH-155 when it was struck by a pickup truck that was traveling northbound on SH-155.

The force of the impact caused the bus to roll onto its right side.

The bus driver was taken to UT-Health East Texas – Tyler in stable condition. 

The pickup truck driver was taken to UT-Health East Texas – Tyler for treatment.

The crash remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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