1 hurt in crash involving school bus, car in southwest Charlotte, officials say
One person was injured late Friday afternoon after a crash involving a school bus in southwest Charlotte, officials said.
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The wreck happened shortly before 5 p.m. on Steele Creek Road near South Tryon Street.
The person had non-life-threatening injuries, MEDIC said.
The bus had already left the scene when Chopper 9 Skyzoom got to the scene. It did not appear that the bus had significant damage, according to reports. However, a black car had flipped onto its roof during the crash, which was about to be taken away by a tow truck.
No additional details have been made available.
This is a developing story. Check back with wsoctv.com for updates.
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