June 10, 2024
Rockglen, Saskatchewan
Assiniboia RCMP continue to investigate the collision, which occurred at the intersection of Grid Road 2303 and Township Road 22, with the assistance of a Saskatchewan RCMP collision reconstructionist. As the investigation is ongoing, we're unable to provide additional information about any potential cause or details of the collision at this time.
The nine children who were on the bus were treated in hospital for varying level of injuries, none described as life-threatening in nature. We are not able to share further details of their injuries or treatment/status at the hospital, as this is considered their personal health information.
Assiniboia RCMP thanks the first responders who assisted in the response to the collision.
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RCMP investigating school bus collision in rural Rockglen, SK area
2024-06-10
Assiniboia RCMP are currently on scene and investigating a collision between a school bus and SUV that occurred around 3:45 p.m. June 10, 2024 (today).
Initial investigation has determined the school bus and SUV collided at the intersection of two rural gravel roads approximately 6.5 kilometres south of Rockglen, Saskatchewan. As a result of the collision, the school bus rolled into the ditch. The investigation is in its preliminary stages – at this time we do not have details to provide regarding cause, etc., but we can say alcohol is NOT a factor.
The two adult male occupants – the driver and a passenger - of the SUV did not report any serious injuries to police.
The adult driver of the school bus had minor injuries. The school bus was transporting children from Rockglen School at the time of the collision and there were nine child passengers aged 16 and under. All nine children are being treated for various injuries – we do not have information about the number of children requiring hospital treatment and we do not have an update on their conditions right now.
The children's families have been notified and we're asking news partners to please respect their privacy at this time.
