School Bus Hits, Kills Girl

A school bus struck and killed a nine-year-old girl in Bridgeton, N.J., on Tuesday morning.

Police Sgt. Jere Branch says the accident is under investigation.

The child was pronounced dead at the scene.

Children who were passengers on the bus and may have witnessed the accident were brought to a school and offered counseling.

The bus is operated by the Bridgeton Public School District. No charges have been filed.

Author: NBC10/AP