North Carolina

Four Students Injured in School Bus Accident at Turnpike Rd in Carteret County, NC

Published on: January 15, 2025

Date of Accident
January 14, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
School Bus
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that injured students at Turnpike Rd in Carteret County, NC on January 14th, 2025. Police say the incident involved a Carteret County school bus, allegedly operated by 48-year-old Heather Guthrie, leaving the roadway and crashing. Reports indicate four students and the bus monitor were hospitalized with minor injuries. Officials say Guthrie was allegedly charged with Reckless Driving. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
North Carolina Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
School Bus
Road/Highway
Turnpike Rd
Injuries Sustained

Minor injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

School bus veered from th road and crashed

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