A collision involving a school bus and a gravel truck occurred on Wednesday morning, resulting in two individuals being hospitalized, with one sustaining life-threatening injuries. The incident took place at approximately 7:40 a.m. north of Stratford at the junction of Line 39 and Road 125.
Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), alongside local fire and paramedic services, responded to the scene. According to a statement released by the OPP on Wednesday afternoon, the bus driver suffered serious injuries, while an adult passenger was critically injured and both were transported to the hospital. The driver of the gravel truck sustained minor injuries. Fortunately, there were no children on the bus during the collision.
As a result of the accident, Line 39 is currently closed between Road 130 and Road 122, and Road 125 is closed between Line 42 and Line 36. These road closures are anticipated to remain in effect for several hours as the investigation progresses. Motorists are advised to steer clear of the area to avoid disruptions.
Individuals who may have pertinent information regarding the incident, such as video surveillance or dash camera footage, are urged to reach out to the Perth County OPP for assistance.
