With children settling back into school routines this September, a frightening incident in Michigan is offering a timely reminder to drivers: slow down, stay alert and watch carefully around school buses.
An elementary student was nearly struck by a passing car while getting off a Bedford Public Schools bus on Douglas Road in Bedford Township on Sept. 9.
The child was crossing the road in front of the stopped bus when a blue Chevrolet Malibu drove past, despite the bus having its red lights flashing and stop arm extended.
A Routine School Stop Turns Frightening
The bus was stopped on Douglas Road at around 4:05 p.m., allowing the student to get off and begin crossing the roadway…