A teenage girl has tragically died and another has been left with serious injuries following a collision involving a minibus carrying nine teenagers near their school in North Yorkshire.
Details of the Tragic Collision
The fatal incident occurred on Toulston Lane in Tadcaster at approximately 12:30pm on Monday afternoon. It involved a white Mercedes Sprinter minibus, which was transporting nine teenagers aged between 16 and 18, and a Hyundai i10 car.
Emergency services rushed to the scene, close to Tadcaster Grammar School, but despite their efforts, one girl, a passenger in the minibus, was pronounced dead at the location. Another teenage girl from the minibus sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. Authorities have stated her condition is not believed to be life-threatening.
Aftermath and Police Investigation
The remaining passengers on the minibus, along with the male driver, suffered what have been described as minor injuries. In response to the tragedy, the school informed parents that it would be closed on Tuesday, stating the site would not be safe for students to return.
North Yorkshire Police confirmed that the driver of the Hyundai, a 40-year-old woman, has been arrested in connection with the investigation. Officers are now conducting a thorough inquiry into the exact circumstances that led to the crash.
Appeal for Information
Investigators are urgently appealing to the public for assistance. They are keen to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision or the events leading up to it. Police have also asked for drivers with dashcam footage who were travelling on Toulston Lane around the time of the incident to come forward.
This devastating event has sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting the critical importance of road safety, particularly in areas surrounding schools.
