School bus, pickup truck crash closes southbound I-405 in Bothell
Student athletes safe after school bus crash on I-405
The La Conner girls soccer team was traveling to an away game in Cle Elum when their bus and a pickup truck collided on I-405 near Bothell.
BOTHELL, Wash. - Southbound lanes of I-405 were blocked for hours in Bothell due to a crash involving a school bus and a pickup truck.
According to the Washington State Department of Transportation, the crash occurred on the southbound I-405 toll lane, near the SR 527 median.
WSDOT confirmed a pickup truck and school bus crashed. No one on the school bus was injured, but the driver of the pickup truck has minor injuries.
Traffic officials reopened lanes around 3:10 p.m.
La Conner Schools issued the following statement to parents after the crash:
"Dear LC Families, this afternoon the school bus transporting our girls' soccer team was in a collision on I-405. We’re relieved to report that all students and staff are safe following this afternoon’s accident. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, and our coaches and first responders on the scene ensured a swift response. Law enforcement arranged for a city bus to safely transport everyone from the freeway. We appreciate the community’s concern and support, as well as the quick response from first responders. We will provide updates as we work through the next steps."
It is not yet known what led up to the collision. Washington State Patrol is investigating.
This is a developing story; check back for updates.
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