SHREVEPORT, LA - Some scary moments this morning in north Shreveport when a Caddo school bus was involved in an accident.

The accident happened at about 7:30 on North Market near Woodshire Circle. Bus #739 was involved in a crash that resulted in minor injuries to 4 children. There were 7 students and the driver on the bus at the time of the crash. The bus was headed to Donnie Bickham Middle School.

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The bus was rear-ended by a tow truck. The driver of that truck was critically hurt.

Here Is Information From Caddo School Officials:

District staff was immediately dispatched to the scene and has remained with the students and their families, both at the site of the accident and at the hospital, to provide comfort and assistance. We are committed to supporting our students and their families during this time and ensuring they have all the resources they need.  We are grateful that no serious injuries were reported by students or the bus driver, and our prayers are with the driver of the other vehicle.

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School officials say the bus driver immediately prioritized the safety of all of the children on board.

School officials also sent out a note of gratitude to the emergency responders from the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office and Caddo Fire District 1 for their swift and professional response.

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