A bus accident involving the Abilene Christian football team after its game against Texas Tech on Saturday left four people injured, including three team members, the university announced Sunday.
The accident occurred at 11:45 p.m. just off Texas Tech’s campus as the team began traveling back to Abilene, located about an hour from Lubbock. A 19-year-old man ignored traffic signals and crashed into the bus, according to KTAB in Lubbock.
“Four individuals received minor injuries — one student-athlete, two coaches and the bus driver,” the school said in a statement. All four were transported to University Medical Center in Lubbock. “We’re grateful to Texas Tech director of athletics Kirby Hocutt, their team physician Dr. Michael Phy and all of the first responders for their assistance and care.”
KTAB reported the 19-year-old, Parker Young, was arrested for driving while intoxicated as a result. A search of the Lubbock County jail showed Young was in custody.
Texas Tech won 52-51, stopping an ACU 2-point conversion attempt in overtime.
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