17-year-old Alex Wilson Dies After Jumping Out of Moving School Bus

Accident – Death – Obituary News : No Charges Filed After Winston-Salem High School Student Dies Jumping Out of Moving School Bus

Winston-Salem, N.C. – The Winston-Salem Police Department announced that no charges will be filed after a tragic incident involving a high school student who died after jumping out of a moving school bus earlier this month.

The incident occurred on November 20 around 5:26 p.m. when Winston-Salem officers responded to a call for service about trouble. Upon arrival, officers found 17-year-old Alex Wilson, a student at Parkland High School, lying in the road. Wilson was immediately rushed to the hospital but tragically succumbed to his injuries on Monday.

According to investigators, Wilson was riding on the school bus when he unexpectedly jumped out of the back while it was still in motion. The exact reason for his actions remains unclear.

The Winston-Salem Police Department conducted a thorough investigation into the incident and determined that there was no indication of criminal involvement. While the circumstances are still being reviewed, it appears to be a tragic accident.

The news of Wilson’s death has deeply affected the community, especially the students and staff at Parkland High School. Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Superintendent Tricia McManus expressed her condolences and emphasized the support being provided to Wilson’s family and the entire school community.

“This is a heartbreaking situation,” McManus said in a news release. “Our thoughts and prayers are with our student and the family. School administrators are supporting the family in every way possible. Our crisis team has been available on campus today to talk with the student’s peers and all those impacted by what happened yesterday. We know this event has been traumatizing for the student, the family, for the students on board the bus, and for the bus driver.”

The incident has sparked discussions about school bus safety and the need for additional measures to prevent such accidents from happening in the future. School officials and authorities are expected to review protocols and explore potential improvements to ensure the safety of students during transportation.

It is a tragic event that has left the community grieving for the loss of a young life. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further details may emerge as more information becomes available..