[01-15-2025] – School bus crash in Cortland County
Freetown, NY – On January 15 at approximately 4 p.m., the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office received a report about a school bus accident in Freetown. The incident occurred on McGraw Marathon Road.
Authorities discovered that the driver of a Marathon School District bus was attempting to back into a driveway to turn around when the vehicle slid into a nearby ditch. Thankfully, no injuries were reported as a result of this mishap.
While details are still coming in, the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office has not disclosed how many individuals were on the bus at the time of the incident. Additionally, the State Police were involved in the response to the crash, assisting the sheriff’s office at the scene.
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- Ensure Safety & Call 911: Prioritize safety and get medical help immediately.
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- File Reports: Notify the police and your insurance company, but avoid admitting fault.
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- Follow Medical Advice: Attend all treatments and keep records of expenses and lost wages.
- Act Quickly: New York’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is typically three years, so don’t delay.
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