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Driver blows past stopped school bus in front of officer, who immediately pulls vehicle over
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Connor Lomis, Jordan Gartner , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· August 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The incident was captured on the officer's dashcam and a video was shared by the department. : A driver was stopped by a police officer after blowing past a stopped school bus.
From Gastonia, N.C.: A driver was stopped by a police officer after blowing past a stopped school bus. The incident was captured on the officer's dashcam and a video was shared by the department. Police reminded drivers to stop when a school bus stops and to stay alert to keep kids safe.
The video was released as students head back to school, with a warning to drivers to pay closer attention. Officers have issued numerous school zone citations in recent weeks.
Further details are available from the source, including the department's plans for increased presence in school zones and additional school bus route patrols.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 29, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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