A teenager has died following a collision involving a school bus south of Quebec City. The incident occurred early this morning on a rural road in the Montérégie region. Initial reports indicate that the school bus was carrying students to a local high school when it collided with a truck.
Emergency services responded to the scene and transported several injured students to nearby hospitals. Sadly, one teenage student was pronounced dead at the scene. The other students are being treated for injuries ranging from minor to serious. Grief counselors have been dispatched to the school to support students and staff during this difficult time.
The Sûreté du Québec is investigating the cause of the collision. Investigators are examining factors such as weather conditions, road conditions, and the possibility of driver error. The truck driver is cooperating with the investigation. The investigation could take several weeks to complete.
Quebec’s Transport Minister has expressed his condolences to the family of the deceased and has pledged full support for the ongoing investigation. Road safety in school zones remains a top priority for the provincial government. The incident has prompted renewed calls for increased safety measures on school buses and stricter regulations for truck drivers in rural areas.
