PLAINFIELD, WI – A 6-year-old girl was killed after being struck by a vehicle while waiting to get on a stopped school bus in Waushara County near Plainfield Monday.
The girl was a kindergarten student in the Tri-County School District, according to school administration.
State Patrol officials on scene say around 7:15 in the morning, a school bus was stopped for two students on Highway 73.
Reports indicate the bus had its flashing red lights on and a Chevy Silverado tried to pass the bus on the right-hand side.
The vehicle struck the two kids, killing the 6-year-old and injuring her preschool aged sibling.
The investigation is still ongoing.
The school district had counselors on hand to help students and staff.
The road was closed for the morning hours.
Notice to parents from the school district.
A tragic accident occurred today prior to school in association with a bus pick-up. At approximately 7:15 this morning, a vehicle-student collision took place as a family of students was waiting to board their already-stopped (with lights flashing) bus (TC Bus 36). The accident occurred on Hwy 73 southeast of Plainfield and the vehicle involved in the incident was traveling in the same direction (southbound) as our TC Bus. Tragically, one 6-year-old member of our kindergarten class was killed as a result of this incident. One other member of this sweet young girl’s family was involved in the incident but has been taken to the hospital for further evaluation. Unfortunately, we do not currently have more information on hand regarding her status, as an investigation of the event is still underway by State Patrol in conjunction with Waushara County Sheriff’s Department.
