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Willow Springs Today
By the People, for the People
Student Injured in Willow Springs School Bus Crash
Missouri State Highway Patrol reports minor injuries after bus driver lost control on Highway U.
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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A 15-year-old student suffered minor injuries when a school bus crashed on Highway U, 12 miles north of Willow Springs, Missouri on Wednesday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the 68-year-old bus driver from Willow Springs was traveling too fast for conditions, causing the bus to leave the road, hit an embankment, and then strike a tree.
Why it matters
School bus safety is a major concern for communities, as these vehicles transport vulnerable children. Incidents like this highlight the importance of proper driver training, vehicle maintenance, and road conditions to prevent accidents and protect student passengers.
The details
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the school bus driver from Willow Springs was traveling too fast for the road conditions, causing the bus to leave the roadway, hit an embankment, and then strike a tree. The 15-year-old student on board suffered minor injuries and was transported to Ozarks Healthcare for treatment.
- The accident occurred on Wednesday, March 5, 2026.
- The crash happened 12 miles north of Willow Springs, Missouri.
The players
Missouri State Highway Patrol
The state law enforcement agency that investigated the school bus crash.
68-year-old bus driver
The Willow Springs resident who was operating the school bus at the time of the accident.
15-year-old student
The student passenger who suffered minor injuries in the crash and was transported to the hospital.
What’s next
The Missouri State Highway Patrol will continue to investigate the cause of the crash and determine if any charges will be filed against the bus driver.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the importance of school bus safety and the need for vigilant driver training, vehicle maintenance, and road condition monitoring to protect student passengers.
