Sanger Bus Accident-A 13-year-old student has died following a serious Sanger ISD school bus accident in Denton County, Texas, prompting an investigation by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
The crash happened Thursday afternoon, September 24, 2026, on Huling Road near Lois Road East. According to preliminary information released by Texas DPS, the school bus was traveling northbound when it left the roadway, struck a culvert and overturned.
What Happened in the Sanger School Bus Crash?
Emergency crews responded to the single-vehicle crash at approximately 4:55 p.m.
The bus was carrying a 38-year-old driver and four students when the accident occurred. After leaving the roadway and hitting a culvert, the vehicle rolled over.
One of the students, a 13-year-old, suffered serious injuries and was transported to a hospital. The student later died from injuries sustained in the crash, according to authorities.
The bus driver and three other students were treated at the scene for minor injuries, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Sanger ISD separately said that no other students were injured.
Student’s Identity Not Fully Released by Officials
Authorities have not publicly released the student’s name or identified the school the student attended within the Sanger Independent School District.
Some later reports have identified the teenager by name, but the initial statements from Sanger ISD and Texas DPS did not publicly provide that information. For that reason, the student’s identity should be treated cautiously until officially confirmed.
The district said it was heartbroken by the loss and extended its condolences to the student’s family and everyone affected by the tragedy.
Investigation Into the Crash Continues
Texas DPS is leading the investigation into the accident.
At this stage, authorities have not announced what caused the bus to leave the roadway. The preliminary account establishes the sequence of events involving the roadway departure, collision with a culvert and rollover, but investigators have not released a final explanation for why the crash occurred.
Sanger police and fire personnel also responded to the scene.
Officials are expected to release additional information as the investigation progresses.
Sanger Community Mourns Student’s Death
The fatal accident has left the Sanger ISD community mourning the loss of a young student.
In a statement shared after the crash, the district said the bus driver and four students had been aboard and confirmed that one student had died. The district also said it was working with law enforcement and emergency personnel following the incident.
The circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation.
Sanger Bus Accident Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Huling Road near Lois Road East, Denton County, Texas |
| Date | September 24, 2026 |
| Vehicle | Sanger ISD school bus |
| Type of crash | Single-vehicle rollover |
| Students aboard | 4 |
| Driver | 38-year-old |
| Student who died | 13-year-old |
| Other students | Three treated at the scene |
| Investigation | Texas Department of Public Safety |
| Cause | Not yet determined |
What Happens Next?
Investigators will continue examining the circumstances surrounding the rollover as they work to determine why the bus left the roadway.
The student’s death has also prompted grief within the Sanger ISD community, while officials work to support those affected by the crash.
Further details about the investigation, the student’s identity and the circumstances leading to the accident may be released as authorities complete their work.
Disclaimer: This article is based on information released by Texas authorities, Sanger ISD and current local reporting available at the time of publication. Details may change as the investigation continues. The cause of the crash has not yet been officially determined.