Little Rock, June 6, 2024 – The Little Rock Indian School community is deeply saddened to report a tragic incident involving one of our school buses. Yesterday afternoon, while transporting over 60 students, our bus driver suffered a sudden heart attack. Thanks to the swift response of local authorities and the presence of mind of the students, all children were safely rescued and are unharmed.
The incident occurred at approximately 5th June 3:30 PM while the bus was en route to drop off students at their homes. The driver, whose identity is being withheld until the family has been notified, exhibited signs of distress and promptly pulled over to the side of the road before losing consciousness. Several students on board, recognizing the severity of the situation, immediately called 911.
Emergency services arrived quickly at the scene and were able to escort the children off the bus and into a safe area. The driver was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was provided with emergency medical care. Despite the best efforts of the medical team, we are heartbroken to announce that the driver passed away early this morning.
“We are grateful for the quick actions of our students and the emergency responders who ensured the safety of everyone on board. This incident underscores the importance of our ongoing commitment to the safety and well-being of our students and staff.”
The school will be providing counseling services for any students and staff affected by this incident. Additionally, a memorial service to honor the driver’s dedication and service to our school community will be organized in the coming days. Details will be shared as they become available.
