BARRE, MASS. (WHDH) - A driver was arraigned on criminal charges Thursday after slamming into a school bus in Barre, officials said.

Officers responding to a reported motor vehicle crash on West Street at 7:15 a.m. determined Cedric Cooley, 32, of Orange, had crossed the center line and struck the bus, causing it to lose control and strike a guardrail and some nearby trees, according to Barre police.

No serious injuries were reported; the students on board were evaluated and one was transported for medical attention as a precaution.

Cooley was later arraigned on charges of operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license – subsequent offense, negligent operation of the motor vehicle, speed greater than reasonable, and reckless endangerment of a child.

No additional information was immediately available.

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