WATCH: Two kids nearly hit by car while trying to get on school bus, police investigating
OSCEOLA, Ind. -- UPDATE: As of 2:21 p.m., Wednesday, the St. Joseph County Police Department reported an investigation is currently underway for the driver ignoring the flashing lights and stop signs of a PHM school bus, narrowly missing two kids.
Police say the incident occurred Tuesday around 7:42 a.m. in the 56000 block of Ash Road in Osceola.
The suspect vehicle is described as a red Dodge Charger with very dark tinted windows and possibly a black stripe down the side.
The suspect driver is described as a petite Black woman, approximately 5'4", with long braids, some being red.
If you witnessed anything, you're asked to contact the SJCPD at [email protected] or call 574-235-9032 Ext. 6440.
Police also released the following statement:
"If you were the driver involved, we strongly encourage you to do the right thing and come forward."
UPDATE: Penn-Harris-Madison Schools have released the dashcam footage from the bus involved. In the provided video, you can see the red sedan pass the right side of the bus in front of the children in the driveway.
Below are helpful diagrams explaining when you should stop for school buses.
ORIGINAL STORY: A shocking video of a car speeding around a school bus, nearly striking two children, made its way around social media on Tuesday and gained enough traction that the South Bend Police Department has put out a statement.
"While those videos were shot outside of South Bend… we can never share this reminder enough," SBPD said. "When a school bus activates its red lights and extends its stop arm ... DO NOT PASS!"
According to the National Safety Council, 104 people were killed in school bus related accidents in 2022.
"SBPD officers look for this each morning … but if you see this happening, call 9-1-1 immediately and try to provide as much information about the suspect vehicle as possible," SBPD said.
The Indiana Department of Transportation is also reminding drivers that with Daylight Saving Time, it is darker for many commuters' morning drive.
"With it being darker in the morning thanks to Daylight Saving Time, here's a friendly reminder to always be on the lookout and ready to stop for school busses," INDOT said.