PHILLIPSBURG, NJ — In a troubling incident, Phillipsburg police are urgently searching for a driver who sideswiped a school bus and fled the scene. The crash occurred at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in the 1000 block of South Main Street, raising significant concerns for the safety of students and commuters alike.
Authorities report that the vehicle involved is a silver Dodge Grand Caravan bearing a New Jersey license plate. Eyewitness accounts and video footage from the school bus reveal that the minivan was traveling at approximately 32 mph when it veered into the bus’s lane, crossing double yellow lines before making contact. The impact could have left scuff marks and yellow paint transfer on the driver’s side of the minivan.
Police are appealing to the public for assistance. They are seeking witnesses who may have seen the incident or have information regarding the driver. Anyone who can provide details or identify the driver is urged to call the Phillipsburg Police Department at 908-835-2002.
This incident highlights the critical need for vigilance on the roads, especially as school activities resume. Parents and community members are understandably concerned about the safety of children during their commutes. The police department has emphasized that they will pursue all leads to ensure the responsible party is held accountable.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops. Your assistance could play a vital role in resolving this case swiftly.
