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FORT PIERCE, Fla. — Six Fort Pierce Central High School students were injured when two school buses were involved in an accident in the Bradenton area while returning from a band competition.

Approximately 150 students were traveling on four buses when an SUV rear-ended one of the buses, causing it to collide with another bus.

Six students were transported to local hospitals with minor reported injuries. Five of the six students have since been released, and one remains hospitalized for observation.

"Our thoughts are with the students, families, and staff members impacted by last night's accident," said Superintendent Dr. Jon R. Prince.

"We are inc

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