Missouri Family Calls for Action After Autistic Student Hurt in School Bus Incident
- A 12-year-old student with autism was involved in a disturbing incident on a school bus in Independence.
- The student’s family says it is part of ongoing bullying concerns.
- The Fort Osage School District says it is investigating.
- Parents are calling for accountability and stronger protections.
MISSOURI – A family in Independence is speaking out after their 12-year-old son, who has autism, was injured during an incident involving other students on a school bus.
The event, which was captured on video, has sparked concern among parents and the broader community about student safety and bullying in schools.
What Happened
According to the family, the student was sitting on the bus when other students began bothering him. The situation escalated into a physical altercation, leaving the child distressed and shaken.
The student later described feeling upset and targeted, saying he believes his autism played a role in why he was singled out.
Family Alleges Ongoing Bullying
The child’s parents say the incident is not isolated but part of a pattern of bullying that has been ongoing…