School bus accident in Swabia: 13 injured after risky overtaking maneuver!

School bus accident in Swabia: 13 injured after risky overtaking maneuver!

On June 6, 2025, there was a serious accident between a car and a fully occupied school bus in Jettingen, Swabia. The incident occurred around 7:50 a.m. when a 22-year-old driver attempted to overtake a tractor-trailer. She overlooked an oncoming school bus, which led to a collision. The school bus was transporting 94 students, 11 of whom, ages 11 to 15, suffered minor to moderate injuries. The person who caused the accident also sustained moderate injuries. Another car driving behind the bus was also affected; Its 43-year-old driver suffered minor injuries.

The fire department responded with around 40 emergency services, while several rescue teams looked after the injured. The material damage is estimated at around 150,000 euros. The county road where the accident occurred remained completely closed until around 11 a.m. Students were initially unable to get off the bus, but were later safely transported to their schools on replacement buses. Both the bus and the tractor-trailer remained drivable, while the two affected cars had to be towed away. The police are investigating the 22-year-old for negligent bodily harm in traffic. The first reports said there were six injured, but the number was corrected to a total of 13 injured, although there were no serious injuries, which defused the situation somewhat.

Details about the cause of the accident

According to the investigation, the accident occurred when the driver of the car hit the school bus while overtaking. The bus driver, a 72-year-old man, tried to avoid the vehicle but swerved into the guardrail. This critical situation highlights the dangers associated with overtaking on narrow roads. The students who were not injured were examined by emergency services.

Fortunately, the numerous children on the school bus were not seriously injured, which brought relief to the public. The immediate response of the emergency services and emergency services helped to manage the situation as best as possible. Special thanks also went to the fire brigade and the police, who acted quickly in this acute situation and ensured safety.

The events also raise questions about road safety, particularly with regard to school buses, which are often used by children. The need to strictly follow traffic regulations is reiterated to prevent such incidents in the future, experts said.

The affected students and their families are relieved that there are no serious injuries, even though the shock of the accident will certainly have lasting effects for a long time.