Driver cited after passing school bus, nearly hitting child in Florida suburb

RIVERVIEW, Fla. (CBS12) — A Florida driver’s risky move nearly had deadly consequences as a child boarded a stopped school bus, deputies say.

According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened on April 17 along Simmons Loop in Riverview. Investigators say a driver illegally passed a stopped school bus while students were getting on — narrowly missing a child.

Authorities say a Notice of Violation has since been issued.

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Officials stressed the seriousness of the situation, saying the outcome could have been far worse.

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“When you ignore a stopped school bus, you are gambling with a child’s life,” said Chad Chronister. “There is no excuse for this behavior. Slow down, stay alert, and stop when the bus stops.”