Connecticut

Three People Injured in School Bus Accident at Newton Rd in Groton, CT

Published on: November 10, 2021

Date of Accident
November 9, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
School Bus
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Newton Rd, Groton, CT

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that injured three people at Newton Rd in Groton, CT on November 9th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 7:30 a.m. A school bus with 36 students aboard was reportedly following too closely behind a Honda Civic as they approached the intersection with Fort Hill Rd. The school bus is said to have then collided with the rear of the Honda as it began a turn. The mother and son in the Honda and one student from the bus were hospitalized with minor injuries. The driver was issued a warning for Failure to Drive at Reasonable Distance Apart.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Connecticut State Police
Vehicles Involved
School Bus, Passenger Car
Road/Highway
Newton Rd
Injuries Sustained

Minor injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

School bus following too closely collided with the Honda Civic at an intersection

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