Sumter, SC (WLTX) A Sumter County school bus was hit by car that then left the scene, according to police.
The collision happened a little after 8AM Monday on Pinewood Road near the intersection with McCrady's Mill road. The bus was heading to Lakewood High School.
A preliminary investigation by the Sumter Police indicates the school bus was stopped during a red traffic signal when it was struck in the back by a car. The vehicle then drove off from the scene down McCray’s Mill Road.
Police are looking for a dark-colored vehicle, possibly an older model Crown Victoria, with heavy front-end damage.
About 35 people, including students and the bus driver, were transported to Palmetto Health Toumey where they were treated for minor injuries.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Sumter Police Department at (803) 436-2700. Information can also be given anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-888-CRIME-SC.