JACKSON COUNTY, Mo.—Three students and the driver were injured in a school bus accident just after 6:30a.m. Thursday in Jackson County.
A Blue Springs School District bus struck a building at the intersection of 7 Highway and 40 Highway, according to a social media report from Blue Springs Police.
The bus driver and three students were transported to local hospitals for evaluation. At this time, their injuries do not appear to be serious.
Based on witness statements and driver accounts, the police investigation revealed that the bus had the right of way at the intersection. A vehicle approaching a yield sign failed to yield to the school bus, resulting in the accident, according to Blue Springs Police.
The accident remains under investigation.