August 20, 2025

Pickup truck ignores school bus stop arm, puts kids at risk

Steve Smith

Pickup truck ignores school bus stop arm, puts kids at risk

Ohio troopers released dash cam footage showing a pickup truck making a risky off-road move to pass a stopped school bus in Gallipolis. The event took place as students were crossing the road.

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The dash cam video, shared on August 20, 2025, clearly shows the red pickup ignoring the bus's stop arm and flashing lights.
Ohio State Highway Patrol was able to track down the pickup soon after and cited the driver.
No injuries were reported, and all students remained safe during the incident.

With school back in session, troopers say they will be keeping an eye out for anyone not following bus safety laws.

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