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Driver Wanted After Hitting Hattiesburg School Bus

Eight students were crossing when the driver fled after hitting a stopped Hattiesburg Public School District bus, police said.

  • On Tuesday, a silver sedan struck a Hattiesburg Public School District bus stopped in the 3600 block of Campbell Drive just before 8 a.m. The driver fled the scene without providing information.
  • Eight students were crossing the street at the bus stop when the collision occurred. Authorities reported no injuries from the impact, though the incident created a dangerous situation for those present.
  • Video evidence captured the suspect's silver, mid-size 4-door sedan, which appeared to be a Mercedes, backing away from the bus. The vehicle sustained visible damage to the left front side during the collision.
  • Investigators described the motorist as an adult male who departed without providing any information. While the vehicle's make and model remain unconfirmed, HPD continues analyzing footage to identify the driver.
  • Anyone with information about the driver or vehicle can contact the Hattiesburg Police Department or Crime Stoppers by dialing **Tips. Anonymous tips are also accepted to assist in locating the suspect.
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