Fuquay-Varina, NC (September 3, 2026) – Three people were hurt on Wednesday morning, September 2, after a school bus struck a business on E Broad St in Fuquay-Varina.
The accident occurred at 500 E Broad St, the address of J & S New York Pizza. The building sustained significant damage, according to town officials.
The bus driver’s two children were aboard at the time. Both children are students in the Wake County Public Schools district. Three people aboard the bus suffered minor injuries.
Emergency units assisted those affected following the wreck. The cause of the collision remains under review, and additional details may be released as the inquiry continues.
Our thoughts are with everyone hurt as they recover.
What Happens When a School Bus Is Involved in a Collision?
School bus collisions can involve several types of injuries, depending on where people are seated and how the vehicles or structures are struck. Children may experience bruises, cuts, or other harm even when the reported injuries appear minor at first.
Medical evaluations can help identify injuries that are not immediately obvious. Records from those evaluations may also document symptoms and treatment following a wreck. Photos of vehicle damage, damaged property, and roadway conditions can provide useful information about what occurred.
School buses are designed with safety features such as high-backed seats and reinforced construction. Even so, a collision can expose passengers to sudden movement and force. Parents and guardians should seek appropriate medical attention when a child reports pain or other symptoms after a bus accident.
