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INFORMATION RELEASE

Subject: Collision Involving School Bus
Date: 2017-03-08
From: Erann Kalwara - JPD PIO
Case or Incident: #2017-008339
Summary:

On March 8th, 2017 at about 3:58pm, a motor vehicle crash occurred on Egan Drive at McNugget intersection. A green 2004 Chevy Tahoe operated by 57 year old Arnel D. Bolanos, was driving outbound when it struck a yellow bus. The bus was operated by a 61 year old male and was occupied by 3 student passengers and an adult assistant. There are no reported injuries.

Bolanos was cited for failure to maintain a safe distance. The Tahoe and bus each sustained approximately $2,000 in damage. The drivers exchanged information and both vehicles were operable and were able to drive away from the scene.

All factual allegations contained in this release are based upon preliminary investigation and are subject to change or clarification as the investigation continues. Any charges reported in this release are merely accusations and all persons named in this release are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

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