Jenna Menias Obituary, Cause of Death – 6-Year-Old Frankfort Girl Dies After Being Struck by School Bus

The Frankfort, Illinois, community is mourning the heartbreaking death of Jenna Menias, a 6-year-old girl who died Tuesday after being struck by a school bus in the south suburban community.

Jenna’s death has left her family, school community, witnesses, first responders, and others affected by the incident grieving an unimaginable loss.

Jenna Menias Dies After School Bus Accident

According to Frankfort police, the incident happened at approximately 3:30 p.m. on the 500 block of Aberdeen Road, a residential street where Jenna’s family lives.

When officers arrived at the scene, they found Jenna unresponsive and suffering from serious injuries after she had been struck by the school bus.

Witnesses and first responders immediately began CPR and other lifesaving efforts. Jenna was transported to a local hospital, where she later died from injuries sustained in the accident.

School Bus Was Carrying Students

The school bus involved in the collision was operated by Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 and was carrying students from Frankfort School District 157-C.

Several students were aboard the bus when the accident occurred. Emergency responders evaluated the students at the scene before they were reunited with their families.

The school districts said they were cooperating with authorities as the investigation continued. Officials also recognized the emotional impact the incident could have on students, families, staff members, witnesses, and others connected to the accident.

Community Mourns Jenna Menias

Frankfort police described the incident as having a profound impact on those involved and the wider community. Authorities extended their sympathies to Jenna’s family, loved ones, and everyone affected by the devastating accident.

Frankfort Mayor Keith Ogle also asked community members to keep Jenna’s family, witnesses, and first responders in their thoughts and prayers.

The tragedy has particularly affected the local school community. Officials encouraged students who may be experiencing fear, sadness, or emotional distress to speak with a trusted adult, teacher, social worker, or member of their school support team.

Investigation Continues

Authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the school bus accident. Further details about what led to the collision had not been provided in the information available.

Jenna Menias is now being remembered as a young child whose life was tragically cut short.

Her death has brought profound sorrow to her family and the Frankfort community, which is standing with her loved ones during this extraordinarily difficult time.

May Jenna’s family, friends, and all those affected by this loss find strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Rest in peace, Jenna Menias.