Driver charged after collision with bus

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A 19-year-old man from Grunthal faces charges under the Highway Traffic Act after the pickup truck he was driving collided with a school bus at the intersection of Highway 52 and Honey Lane Road Friday morning.

RCMP said the eastbound school bus had pulled over to the shoulder and come to a stop to pick up children. With its flashing lights on and stop sign extended, an eastbound vehicle came to a stop on the highway and waited for the bus to clear before proceeding. An eastbound pickup truck drove onto the shoulder of the highway and was attempting to pass the stopped vehicle when it rear ended the school bus.

About 20 children seated inside the bus at the time of the collision and no injuries were reported. The children were evaluated by EMS on scene as well as at Kleefeld School.

The truck driver was treated and released at the scene for minor injuries.