Video catches reckless drivers near Vienna school bus

This article was written by WTOP’s news partner TysonsReporter.com and republished with permission.

Video from Freedom Hill Elementary in Vienna showed at least six cars driving past a school bus loading up with children.

As a reminder for those who might not have been paying attention during their driver’s ed class: If a school bus is loading or unloading passengers, whether or not the lights are active or the stop sign is extended, drivers are required to stop unless the bus is on the opposite side of a median or barrier.

Drivers are also required to remain stopped until all passengers have been loaded and the bus moves again. Failure to do so could result in a ticket.

During VDOT’s initial proposal for I-66 corridor improvements, the Federal Highway Administration noted that concerns were expressed about pedestrian safety on Gallows Road.

The person who posted the original video said that the clip was representative of pickups and drop-offs at the school.


SUBSCRIBE TODAY | Like this article? Read more by subscribing to TysonsReporter.com’s newsletter today.


But the story has a happy ending, at least, with Fairfax police arriving the next morning to monitor traffic and enforce the laws.

I must give props where it is due. Mclean PD officers came out this morning to hold drivers accountable. Thank you @FairfaxCountyPD! This is what responsive local gov looks like. cc: @GerryConnolly @ChapPetersen @TownofViennaVA @FreedomHillES @TysonsReporter

— Sam S. Lee (@OpenNotion) April 9, 2019

Photo via Twitter

Federal News Network Logo
Log in to your WTOP account for notifications and alerts customized for you.

Sign up