4-Year-Old Kindergarten Student Struck and Killed by Bus in School Parking Lot

Mar. 15, 2025

A four-year-old boy was killed during his return to school on Thursday, Jan. 2, in Sussex, WI., according to Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department (WCSD) news release.

The WCSD was alerted at 8:37 a.m. that a Dairyland-Hamilton bus carrying students hit the K-4 student. “The 4K student was at Silver Spring Intermediate School to transfer to a shuttle bus to be taken to Willow Springs Learning Center,” the WCSD said.

“The cause of the accident is still under investigation, and the bus driver is cooperating fully with the investigation,” according to police.

The Hamilton School District canceled Friday classes for all students and issued a letter to parents of students at the eight schools.

“It is with extreme sadness that we inform you about a recent loss to our school community,” the letter began, perFox affiliate WITI. “Out of respect for the family, we are not sharing additional information at this time. Please join me in extending our deepest condolences to this student’s family.

“We understand tragedy is sure to raise many emotions, concerns and questions for our entire school community, especially our students,” the statement continued. “Our student services team immediately began working with students and staff at several buildings this morning and will continue to provide support during this difficult time.”

Additionally, Hamilton School District and the Waukesha County Critical Incident Stress Management Team are now available to support students and their families during this time, the outlet reported.

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Representatives for the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department and Hamilton School District did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for more information on Thursday, Jan 2.

source: people.com