Covington County, MS (March 11, 2026) – Four people were injured after a charter bus collided with a car on U.S. Highway 49 North near Mount Olive.
Mississippi Highway Patrol troopers responded shortly after 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10. The crash involved a charter bus and a red 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. No passengers on the bus were reported injured.
Two elderly adults and two children inside the Pontiac were hurt. The adults were airlifted to a local hospital with moderate injuries, while the children were taken to the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson with serious injuries.
Authorities continue to investigate the crash, and additional details will be released as they become available.
Our thoughts are with those injured as they receive medical care.
Why Bus and Passenger Vehicle Collisions Can Be Severe
Collisions between large buses and smaller vehicles often result in more serious injuries for occupants of the smaller vehicle. The size and weight difference increase the impact force during a crash.
Children and elderly passengers are especially vulnerable to serious injuries because of their physical fragility. Emergency responders often airlift victims to specialized hospitals to provide rapid treatment for trauma, internal injuries, and potential complications.
Investigators review vehicle positions, roadway conditions, and witness statements to determine how the crash occurred and help prevent similar incidents in the future.
