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Drowsy Driver Kills Bus Driver in Utah Crash
14 Dec
Summary
- A fatal head-on collision occurred between a school bus and a pickup truck.
- The crash resulted in one fatality and 18 injuries, including critical student conditions.
- Authorities suspect drowsy driving as the cause of the tragic incident.
A devastating head-on collision between a school bus and a pickup truck in Ephraim, Utah, has resulted in one fatality and 18 injuries. The crash occurred on the evening of December 12, when a pickup truck reportedly drifted into the northbound lane of US Route 89, colliding with a school bus carrying 17 students.
Authorities are investigating drowsy driving as the probable cause of the incident. The school bus driver, a 43-year-old male, sustained fatal injuries. Among the injured students, two were airlifted to the hospital in critical condition, while the remaining passengers were treated for various injuries.
The tragic event highlights the dangers of fatigued driving, which contributes to hundreds of fatalities annually in the United States. Investigations into the specific circumstances surrounding this crash are ongoing, with no victim identities yet released by officials.
