Sanger ISD Community Mourns 13-Year-Old Julian Amador Following Fatal School Bus Crash
A devastating school bus rollover crash in rural Denton County has claimed the life of 13-year-old Sanger Independent School District student Julian Amador.
Published by Global Report Center
SANGER, Texas — A devastating school bus rollover crash in rural Denton County has claimed the life of 13-year-old Sanger Independent School District student Julian Amador. The incident occurred on Thursday, September 24, 2026, on Huling Road near Lois Road East.
According to preliminary investigative accounts, the Sanger ISD school bus drifted off the roadway, struck a culvert, and overturned. First responders arriving at the scene provided emergency medical care and transported Julian to a regional hospital with severe injuries, where he later succumbed to his condition. Three other students on board and the bus driver, identified as 38-year-old Jesse Padgett, sustained minor injuries during the crash.
Official Status and Traffic Investigation
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has launched a formal investigation into the collision to determine what caused the vehicle to leave the roadway. State troopers and crash reconstruction units processed physical evidence, mechanical components, and environmental factors at the scene near Lois Road East. The inquiry remains active as authorities work to finalize their report.
Community Tributes and District Support
The tragedy has deeply impacted the Sanger ISD community. District officials have deployed crisis counselors and mental health professionals across campuses to support students, faculty, and staff navigating the loss. Classmates, teachers, and neighbors continue to rally around Julian's family with prayers and expressions of sympathy. Formal announcements regarding funeral arrangements, visitation, or memorial funds will be shared as details are released by his family.
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