Carrollton, IL (April 30, 2026) – Twelve people were hurt after a North Greene school bus rolled over in Carrollton on Wednesday, April 29. The crash happened around 3:48 p.m. on North United States Highway 67, just south of Northeast 400 Street.
According to the report, the school bus was traveling north on United States Highway 67. Another vehicle traveling south crossed the center line on a curve, and the bus driver moved onto the shoulder.
The bus then left the road, hit a ditch embankment, and rolled onto its side. Eleven students and one staff member were taken by ambulance with non-life-threatening injuries.
All lanes of United States Highway 67 were closed after the crash. The roadway reopened at about 8 p.m.
The crash remains under investigation. Additional details may become available as authorities continue their review.
Our thoughts remain with those injured as they continue to recover.
Rollover Risks in School Bus Accidents
School bus rollover crashes can be frightening because many passengers may be on board at once. Even when injuries are not life-threatening, students and staff may need medical checks after the bus tips onto its side. The size and height of a bus can make these crashes more complex.
Curves on rural highways can create added risks when vehicles meet in opposite lanes. If a bus leaves the pavement, a ditch or raised shoulder can increase the chance of a rollover. The weight of the bus can also affect how it moves after leaving the road.
These accidents often lead to long traffic delays. Crews may need time to assist passengers, move the bus, and clear debris before lanes reopen safely.
