CARROLL COUNTY, Tenn. (WZTV) — A school bus from Kenwood Middle School was involved in a crash during a field trip, resulting in two student fatalities on March 27.
The bus, carrying 25 students and five adults, collided with a Tennessee Department of Transportation dump truck and a Chevrolet Trailblazer near Highway 70 and Cedar Grove. Authorities confirmed that the TDOT vehicle contained two adults, while one adult was in the Chevrolet.
At least seven other individuals sustained injuries in the incident, though specific conditions have not been disclosed. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is conducting the investigation.
Emergency response teams remain on-site as lanes are closed for recovery efforts. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
The Clarksville-Montgomery County School District has reached out to the families of those on board the bus. Governor Bill Lee offered condolences via social media, urging Tennesseans to pray for all affected.
“This tragedy has touched many lives,” he stated.
The Jackson-Madison County Schools superintendent also expressed sympathy through social media.
This story is developing.