Crews Surround Car After It Hits School Bus in Delaware
Bear, Delaware – A school bus and a car collided on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, around 8:00 a.m. at the intersection of Route 896 (Summit Bridge Road) and Brennan Boulevard in Bear in New Castle County. Emergency crews responded quickly, and traffic was disrupted in the area.
What Happened
According to authorities and eyewitnesses the accident happened during rush hour. A passenger vehicle hit a school bus from the Appoquinimink School District. Both vehicles had significant front end damage.
Emergency crews, including police, fire, and paramedics, arrived on the scene. Most of their attention was focused on the car, which was badly crushed and surrounded by fire crews. Images from the scene showed the car lodged in front of the bus with first responders working to extricate anyone trapped.
Injuries and Response
Several injuries were reported, but the exact number and severity have not been released by authorities. It’s not clear if any students were on the bus at the time of the crash, but early reports say the bus was in operation during school commute hours.
Medical personnel were treating people at the scene, and some were taken to nearby hospitals for further evaluation and treatment. The identities of the injured have not been released.
The driver of the car was a young adult but more information on the cause of the crash or if charges will be filed is under investigation.
Traffic and Road Closures
The crash closed southbound Route 896, and traffic was backed up in the area. Police advised drivers to avoid the intersection and find an alternate route while emergency crews investigated and cleared the scene.
Traffic was restored after several hours, but morning commuters were delayed due to detours and closed lanes.
Final Thoughts:
The Delaware State Police are investigating the crash and reviewing traffic camera footage and speaking with witnesses. The cause of the accident has not been determined yet but more information will be released soon.
Residents and parents are concerned about student transportation and are urging more awareness and cautious driving during school commute hours.
