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Minnesota Man Stops Runaway School Bus, Saves 19 Children
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Rescue on a Runaway Bus
Ebro Ahmed, a 27-year-old business student from St. Paul, intervened when a Battle Creek Middle School bus began moving with its doors open after the driver experienced a medical emergency. While the vehicle traveled at roughly 10 mph, Ahmed chased it, leapt onto the driver’s seat, and managed to bring the bus to a stop despite having no prior experience operating a school bus. All 19 children aboard escaped injury, though several were frightened and called for police assistance.
Background and Immediate Response
Ahmed was on a break from his job at the family-owned tobacco shop Ya Bricks Snacks and Tobacco when he observed the bus rolling past. He reported seeing the driver “obviously having a medical emergency” and felt compelled to act, stating that allowing the driver to continue would have been inhumane. After halting the bus, Ahmed instructed passengers to call 911 and attempted to assist the driver, who was later hospitalized and subsequently released.
Key Figures
- Ebro Ahmed – 27-year-old business student and employee of Ya Bricks Snacks and Tobacco, credited with the rescue.
- Unnamed bus driver – Suffered a medical emergency that incapacitated him while operating the school bus.
- KSTP 5 Eyewitness News – Local news outlet that reported on the incident and interviewed Ahmed.
Data and Statistics
- 19 children were on the bus at the time of the incident.
- The bus was moving at an estimated 10 mph when Ahmed intervened.
- No injuries were reported among the children; the driver’s condition required hospitalization but resulted in release after treatment.
Impact and Public Reaction
Ahmed’s actions quickly spread online, leading to widespread praise and calls for him to be recognized as a hero. Viewers suggested that the television series *Grey’s Anatomy*—which Ahmed cited as inspiration for staying calm—should feature him as a guest. While the school district has not released details about the driver’s health, the incident underscores the importance of rapid civilian response in emergencies and has sparked discussion about preparedness training for unexpected situations.