San Antonio Accident: On the morning of August 30, 2024, a school bus transporting students from East Central High School and Heritage Middle School was involved in a traffic accident on U.S. 87, near the eastern side of Bexar County. The incident occurred in the 10500 block of U.S. 87.
Details of the Accident
The East Central Independent School District (ECISD) has clarified that while the accident involved their bus, there were no serious injuries reported among the students. The exact number of students on board at the time of the crash remains unclear. Initial reports indicated that none of the students required immediate medical attention, although a small number expressed a desire to receive further medical care.
Brandon Oliver, the ECISD Marketing and Communications Director, confirmed that while first responders, including EMS and firefighters, reported no serious injuries, they accommodated the requests of a few students who wanted to see a doctor or visit the hospital. Approximately four or five students were transported for additional evaluation, but none were hospitalized as of Friday morning.
Response and Ongoing Investigation
Oliver arrived at the scene after the second vehicle involved in the accident had been removed, and as such, the cause of the crash has not yet been determined. Despite the incident being described as a “very minor accident,” traffic management was handled by the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, which assisted with directing traffic and managing the scene. A report from the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office noted that their role included providing traffic assistance for the collision involving the school bus and an 18-wheeler. They also mentioned that while some students were transported for treatment, details about the injuries and the exact number of students involved remain limited.
Conclusion
The East Central Independent School District and emergency services have worked to address the situation promptly, ensuring the safety and well-being of the students involved. Further details regarding the cause of the accident and any additional information about the students’ conditions are expected to be released as the investigation continues.