School Bus Carrying 17 Students Rear-Ended on Route T in Jefferson City

A school bus transporting 17 middle and high school students was rear-ended by a car Thursday morning while heading to classes in the Jefferson City School District, according to district spokeswoman Ryan Burns, who spoke with ABC 17 News.

The crash occurred on Route T at Parkview Road in Cole County as the bus made its regular route toward school. Burns said the car struck the rear of the bus during the morning commute.

Details on injuries to students, the bus driver, or the car's occupant have not been fully released. The extent of any harm and the condition of those involved remain unclear as authorities continue to gather information about the crash.

No information on citations or contributing factors has been made public at this time. It is not yet known whether emergency responders transported anyone from the scene for treatment.

The Jefferson City School District has not indicated whether the bus route or schedule was affected following the collision. Parents and students in the area were not immediately provided additional details beyond confirmation that the bus was involved in the two-vehicle crash.

This report will be updated as officials and the school district release more information about the crash and any injuries sustained.