4 Children Hospitalized After School Bus Crash Southeast of Woodstock

4 children have been taken to hospital after a school bus crashed into a ditch near Woodstock, Ont. on Feb. 18, 2026.

What Happened?

• The incident took place on Old Stage Road at Middletown Line shortly before 9am ET on Feb. 18.
• According to Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the bus was carrying 40 pupils at the time of the crash.
• The injuries that the 4 children sustained aren’t considered life-threatening.

School bus crash at Old Stage Road and Middletown Line @OxfordCounty sends 4 children to hospital with minor injures. #OPP continuing to investigate. A BIG thank you to the Good Samaritans that stopped to assist. #OxfordOPP #WROPP ^es pic.twitter.com/Gxz8BitlRs

— OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) February 18, 2026

Investigation Updates

The cause of the collision remains under investigation. It’s unclear if charges are pending.

🔔 Anyone with information on the crash, including cellphone or dashcam footage, is asked to contact the OPP.

Car Accident Near You? What to Do

Following a crash like this, OPP urge drivers to:

1. Avoid the accident area so that officials can safely investigate.
2. Reduce speed in areas with high pedestrian activity.
3. Remain vigilant when navigating intersections.

Your Rights After a Car Accident in Ontario

If you’re injured in a car accident in Ontario — whether as a driver, passenger, cyclist, or pedestrian — you may be entitled to:

• Accident benefits under the province’s Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS).
• Additional compensation through a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Ontario imposes strict timelines — some insurer deadlines are days after an accident. Speak to Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before accepting a settlement.

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