Richland County (trfnews.i234.me) — On the morning of Friday, April 11, 2025, a bus transporting the Fargo Shanley High School baseball team veered off Interstate 29 near the Wahpeton exit in Richland County, North Dakota. The incident occurred when the bus driver attempted to remove his sweatshirt while driving, leading to the vehicle leaving the roadway and entering a ditch.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported among the student-athletes or coaching staff. The team members were seen standing by the roadside with their luggage, awaiting another bus to continue their journey to a weekend tournament in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. InForum
The North Dakota Highway Patrol responded to the scene and cited the unnamed bus driver for distracted driving. The incident underscores the importance of driver attentiveness, especially when responsible for transporting groups.
In a display of sportsmanship and community support, other teams traveling for the same tournament, including West Fargo Sheyenne’s baseball team, Fargo Davies’ softball team, and West Fargo High’s baseball team, stopped to offer assistance to the stranded players. InForum
Weather conditions at the time were clear, with temperatures reaching a high of 16.1°C (61°F), suggesting that environmental factors did not contribute to the incident.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
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The incident took place on Interstate 29, just north of the Wahpeton exit in Richland County, ND.
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The bus driver was attempting to remove his sweatshirt while driving, leading to the vehicle veering off the road.
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No injuries were reported among the Fargo Shanley High School baseball team members.Wday Radio Now
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The driver was cited for distracted driving by the North Dakota Highway Patrol.
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Other teams en route to the same tournament stopped to offer assistance, showcasing community support.InForum
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Clear weather conditions prevailed at the time, with temperatures reaching 16.1°C (61°F).
