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Authorities, Cincinnati Public Schools investigating after student dies on bus

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CINCINNATI — A student died on a school bus in Cincinnati, according to First Student.

Few details about the incident have been released, but First Student said authorities and Cincinnati Public Schools are investigating.

First Student released the following statement regarding the incident:

"All of us at First Student are deeply saddened by the death of a student on one of our buses. Our thoughts and prayers are with the student’s family, classmates, school community and all those impacted as they navigate this difficult time.

We are fully cooperating with the local authorities and the Cincinnati Public School District as they conduct a thorough investigation. Because this is an active investigation, and out of respect for the family and everyone involved, we are unable to provide additional details at this time."

CPS issued the following statement about the student's death, which occurred Wednesday.

"Cincinnati Public Schools is grieving the loss of a student from Roselawn Condon School who died yesterday.

Our hearts are with her family and everyone who knew and loved her. This is an unimaginable loss for them and a heartbreaking day for the Roselawn Condon community.

The CPS Crisis Response Unit is at the school supporting students and employees."