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On Monday morning, Fort Walton Beach Police Officers responded to a report of a vehicle accident at intersection of Mooney Rd NW and Chelsea Dr NW. The crash involved an […]

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On Monday morning, Fort Walton Beach Police Officers responded to a report of a vehicle accident at intersection of Mooney Rd NW and Chelsea Dr NW.

The crash involved an Okaloosa County School bus, occupied with 26 students, and a white pickup truck.

During the investigation of the crash, it was discovered the driver of the pickup was under the influence. He was arrested for DUI and Careless Driving.

One student sustained a minor injury.

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