Homer / Claiborne Parish
A woman died after her SUV struck the rear of a school bus carrying students on LA 2 near Bella Vista Road on November 6, Louisiana State Police said. The bus driver was uninjured, and no student injuries were reported.
Troopers responded about 4 p.m. The preliminary investigation found both vehicles were headed east, with the bus ahead of the Toyota Highlander. Investigators had not determined why the collision occurred.
The SUV’s driver, a 35 year old Sterlington woman, died at the scene. Both drivers wore restraints, according to State Police.
The agency said impairment was not suspected. Routine toxicology samples were submitted for analysis, and the investigation continued.