School Bus and SUV Collide in Wilson County

No students aboard, one person injured in the crash

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:08pm

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An extreme close-up of a damaged car part, such as a broken side mirror or cracked headlight lens, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a collision.A recent school bus collision in Wilson County exposes the fragility of transportation safety, even when students are not aboard.Lebanon Today

A school bus and a Toyota Land Cruiser SUV collided early Monday morning in Wilson County, Tennessee. According to the Wilson County Sheriff's Office, no students were on the Friendship Christian School bus at the time of the crash. One person in the SUV sustained minor injuries and was taken for medical evaluation.

Why it matters

School bus crashes, even without students aboard, are concerning incidents that can disrupt transportation and raise safety questions in the local community. While details are still emerging, this collision highlights the need for vigilance and proper safety protocols around school vehicles.

The details

The crash occurred along the 2900 block of Cairo Bend Road. The Wilson County Sheriff's Office reported that the school bus was involved in a wreck with the black Toyota Land Cruiser SUV, but specific details about the events leading up to the collision are still limited. Tennessee Highway Patrol is leading the ongoing investigation.

  • The crash happened early Monday morning (April 13, 2026).

The players

Wilson County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and provided initial details about the crash.

Friendship Christian School

The school that owned the bus involved in the collision, which was not transporting any students at the time.

Tennessee Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that is leading the investigation into the cause of the crash.

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What they’re saying

“'There were minor injuries to one of the occupants in the Cruiser who is being medically evaluated.'”

— Wilson County Sheriff's Captain

What’s next

Tennessee Highway Patrol will continue its investigation to determine the exact cause of the collision and any contributing factors.

The takeaway

While no students were aboard, this crash serves as a reminder of the importance of school bus safety protocols and the need for vigilance on the roads, especially in areas with high concentrations of school transportation.