Michael Garcia and Darby Good
LIVINSTON, Texas (KETK) – A 15-year-old is dead and a truck driver was arrested after a crash on US Highway 59 north of Livingston.
Around 4:17 p.m., the school bus stopped on the northbound side of the highway in the outside lane, with its red lights on and stop sign out, according to DPS. An 18-wheeler was travelling north and hit a Toyota passenger car, making the 18-wheeler veer right and hit the student as they got out of the bus, DPS said in a press release.
The drivers of the 18-wheeler and Toyota were reportedly uninjured. The 15-year-old was declared dead at the scene by a Justice of the Peace.
The truck driver, Gregory Jackson, 41 of Texarkana, was arrested for criminally negligent homicide in connection to the crash.
He was booked into the Polk County Jail, and officials said the investigation remains ongoing.
Livingston ISD released a statement on the crash:
“Our district lost a member of its family. At times like this, we are reminded how precious life can be and how fragile each life truly is.
It is sad when our district loses a member of its family. It is even more tragic when such a young life is taken away from us.
We extend our thoughts and sincere condolences to family and friends.
All of our counselors are available in the morning to listen and help any students needing assistance. We are fortunate to have a team of experienced counselors who can provide much-needed comfort to our students and staff.”
Livingston ISD
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