The Howell Township Police Department Traffic Safety Unit is asking for the public’s help in locating witnesses following a serious motor vehicle crash yesterday on Lakewood-Farmingdale Road (Route 547).

Authorities say the crash occurred on Tuesday at approximately 10:08 a.m. in the area of 909 Route 547, when a 2024 International IC school bus, operated by a 52-year-old Elberon resident, struck a tree. There were no passengers on board at the time of the accident.

The driver, who was the sole occupant of the bus, suffered serious injuries and was transported to an area hospital for further treatment.

Howell Township First Aid & Rescue Squad #1, Ramtown Fire Company, Hatzolah First Aid, and Robert Wood Johnson Paramedics all responded to the scene.

The crash remains under active investigation by the Howell Township Police Department Traffic Safety Unit. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has any information is urged to contact Ptl. Michael Silvani #651 at 732-938-4575 ext. 2651.