Somerset, Texas, December 5, 2025
A rollover accident involving a Somerset Independent School District bus occurred near San Antonio, injuring the bus aide and leading to the evaluation of three students. The bus aide was hospitalized after attempting to avoid a collision with another vehicle. The incident, occurring in the early morning, prompted immediate response from emergency services, with students being released back to their families. Somerset ISD has expressed optimism regarding the recovery of the bus aide, while the bus driver was reported to be in good condition.
San Antonio, Texas – School Bus Crash Near Somerset Injures Bus Aide, Sends Students Home
Somerset Independent School District (ISD) bus involved in rollover accident on December 4, 2025.
Location: Somerset ISD, Atascosa County, Texas
Incident Details:
- Time: Approximately 6 a.m., December 4, 2025
- Location: Texas 16 near Encino Road, southwest of San Antonio
- Involved Parties: Somerset ISD school bus, bus aide, three students
- Outcome: Bus aide hospitalized; three students evaluated and released to families; bus driver reported to be in good condition
Cause of Accident:
- Attempted Collision Avoidance: Bus aide attempted to avoid collision with another vehicle that had pulled in front of the bus, leading to the rollover
Response:
- Emergency Services: First responders arrived promptly; all individuals evaluated at the scene
- District Statement: Somerset ISD expressed optimism for the bus aide’s recovery and confirmed the bus driver is doing well
Background Information:
- Somerset ISD: A small district located on the southwestern edge of Bexar County, Texas
- Previous Incidents: The district has experienced bus-related accidents in the past, including a fatal crash on Northeast Loop 410 in March 2025
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened in the Somerset ISD bus accident?
A Somerset ISD school bus rolled over on December 4, 2025, after the bus aide attempted to avoid a collision with another vehicle that had pulled in front of the bus. The bus aide was hospitalized, and three students were evaluated and released to their families. The bus driver was reported to be in good condition.
Where did the accident occur?
The accident took place on Texas 16 near Encino Road, southwest of San Antonio, Texas.
What was the cause of the accident?
The bus aide attempted to avoid a collision with another vehicle that had pulled in front of the bus, leading to the rollover accident.
How did emergency services respond?
First responders arrived promptly at the scene. All individuals involved were evaluated, and the bus aide was transported to the hospital. The three students were evaluated and released to their families, and the bus driver was reported to be in good condition.
What is the current condition of the bus aide and students?
The bus aide is hospitalized, and Somerset ISD expressed optimism for a smooth and speedy recovery. The three students were evaluated and released to their families, and the bus driver is reported to be in good condition.
Has Somerset ISD experienced similar incidents before?
Yes, Somerset ISD has experienced bus-related accidents in the past, including a fatal crash on Northeast Loop 410 in March 2025.
Key Features of the Somerset ISD Bus Accident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Date | December 4, 2025 |
| Time of Accident | Approximately 6 a.m. |
| Location | Texas 16 near Encino Road, southwest of San Antonio, Texas |
| Involved Parties | Somerset ISD school bus, bus aide, three students |
| Outcome | Bus aide hospitalized; three students evaluated and released to families; bus driver reported to be in good condition |
| Cause of Accident | Attempted collision avoidance by bus aide |
| Emergency Response | Prompt arrival of first responders; all individuals evaluated at the scene |
| District Statement | Somerset ISD expressed optimism for the bus aide’s recovery and confirmed the bus driver is doing well |
| Background Information | Somerset ISD is a small district located on the southwestern edge of Bexar County, Texas; previous bus-related accidents have occurred, including a fatal crash on Northeast Loop 410 in March 2025 |
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