Primary school children suffer “life-changing” injuries in Melbourne bus crash

A group of primary school children in Melbourne, Australia has been involved in a devastating bus crash, resulting in traumatic and life-changing injuries. The crash occurred when a truck rear-ended the bus, causing it to roll over on Tuesday afternoon. There were 45 students on board, and 18 of them, aged 5-11, were rushed to the hospital , many to undergo emergency surgeries. 

The collision happened shortly after the bus departed from Exford Primary School on the western outskirts of Melbourne. Bystanders assisted in rescuing the trapped children from the wreckage.

Surgeons were working through the night to treat the severely injured, with injuries such as crushed limbs, head injuries, spinal injuries, and serious cuts. Seven children remain in serious condition at the hospital, with one in intensive care. 

The bus driver, 52, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and the truck driver, 49, suffered only minor injuries. The truck driver has been charged with four counts of dangerous driving, with investigations ongoing, and authorities focusing on potential “inattention” as a key factor, More charges are likely to be added.