Charlotte, NC (March 13, 2026) – A 7-year-old boy was hurt in a hit-and-run crash on Thursday morning, March 12, in the University City area of Charlotte.
According to reports, the incident happened in the 300 block of McCullough Drive near University Meadows Elementary School. Officials said a vehicle failed to stop for a school bus and struck the child as he was walking toward the bus.
Emergency units responded to the scene and took the boy to a hospital for evaluation. Authorities said the child suffered minor injuries in the crash.
Investigators later identified the driver as Adarias Steffon Oliver. He now faces several charges, including passing a stopped school bus and striking a person, felony hit and run with injury, reckless driving, and driving while his license was revoked.
The crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the child and family as he recovers.
How School Bus Stops Can Become Dangerous for Children
Roadways near places like University Meadows Elementary School often see heavy traffic during morning and afternoon school hours. When buses stop to pick up or drop off students, drivers are typically required to slow down and stop to protect children crossing or approaching the bus.
Children walking toward a school bus may focus on reaching the bus rather than watching traffic. For this reason, school bus warning lights and extended stop signs are designed to alert drivers that students may be entering the roadway.
Passing a stopped school bus can create a dangerous situation because kids may cross in front of the bus, where drivers have limited visibility. Traffic rules around school buses are meant to reduce the risk of crashes and help keep students safe during daily travel to and from school.
