Scotland County Schools Bus #289 was involved in an accident this afternoon. At the time of the accident, there were two students and two staff on board. A single-vehicle struck the bus from behind while the bus was stopped at a Railroad Crossing. Parents were notified immediately. All SCS staff and students were transported to Scotland Memorial Hospital for treatment and clearance. There were no serious injuries to any SCS students or staff.
The two females in the vehicle that went under the bus were between ages 14 and 19 and were leaving Scotland High School. One was airlifted and one is at Scotland Memorial Hospital. No other details are available at this time.