San Antonio – A Northside Independent School District (ISD) transportation vehicle was involved in a collision on the far Northwest Side early Tuesday morning. The incident occurred on the access road that connects Interstate 10 with Fox Briar Lane, a busy thoroughfare for commuters and school traffic.
District confirms no students were on board
Northside ISD spokesperson John Martinez told local media that the school bus was empty at the time of the crash. “There were no students on the bus when the accident happened,” Martinez said. “The driver was unharmed and we are grateful for the quick response of emergency personnel.” The district emphasized that the safety of its students remains its top priority and that routine safety checks are conducted on all transportation assets.
Driver of the other vehicle receives medical attention
First responders were dispatched to the scene to assist the driver of the second vehicle involved in the crash. The extent of that driver’s injuries was not immediately known, and officials said they would provide updates as more information becomes available. Both the Northside ISD Police Department and the San Antonio Police Department were on site to coordinate traffic control and investigate the cause of the collision.
Community response and next steps
Parents and community members expressed relief that no children were harmed. “We’re thankful the bus was empty and that the driver is okay,” said Maria Lopez, a parent of a Northside ISD student. The district urged anyone with additional information about the crash to contact the Northside ISD Police Department.
Northside ISD officials indicated that the bus will undergo a thorough inspection before returning to service. The district’s transportation director, Emily Rivera, noted that the agency follows a strict maintenance schedule and that any vehicle involved in an accident is taken out of service pending a safety review.
Safety reminders for drivers
In light of the incident, the district reminded all drivers in the area to exercise caution on the I‑10 access road, especially during peak morning hours. “We ask motorists to be vigilant and to respect school bus signals at all times,” Martinez added. The district also encouraged residents to report any hazardous road conditions to the city’s transportation department.
Additional details about the crash will be released as the investigation proceeds. Northside ISD will continue to keep the public informed through its official channels.
Original reporting: San Antonio, TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
