A tragic accident involving two school vehicles occurred at 8:28 a.m. Monday, May 20, near Smith Farm on State Route 52 in Jeffersonville, NY. A minivan carrying two children crossed the double yellow line and collided with a school bus heading westbound according to the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office.
The crash resulted in the death of Charles McAdams, a driver for Rolling V Corp., and injuries to several children.
Nick Vallone, Executive Vice President of Rolling V Corp., said, “We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Charles McAdams, a dedicated driver and beloved member of the Rolling V family who tragically lost his life this morning in a collision. Our hearts go out to his family during this difficult time.”
Vallone said that Rolling V is providing grief counseling to employees and supporting local authorities in their investigation.
The incident required a challenging rescue operation, with first responders extricating the minivan driver, who was then airlifted to Westchester Medical Center according to the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office.
The bus monitor and two children were taken to Callicoon hospital as a precaution.
Sullivan County Manager Joshua Potosek said, “Today’s accident between two school vehicles left us shocked and saddened, and Sullivan County extends deep condolences to the family of the driver who died from the crash. Our hearts also reach out to the young children and their families, who are enduring the trauma of surviving a serious accident and the many associated injuries, both physical and emotional.”
Photo by: Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office