Fatal Paramus School Bus Crash: From Tragedy To Indictment

PARAMUS, NJ — The aftermath of the fatal school bus crash that killed student Miranda Vargas and teacher Jennifer Williamson May 17 continues to be felt, especially at East Brook Middle School, the greater Paramus community, and throughout New Jersey.

The bus' driver, Hudy Ludlow Sr., 78, of Woodland Park, was indicted on two counts of reckless vehicular homicide and 25 counts of assault by auto, Morris County Prosecutor Fredric Knapp announced Monday.

Related: Driver In Fatal Paramus School Bus Crash In Morris Cty. Indicted

Here is a recap of the crash, the aftermath, the legal proceedings against Ludlow, and the sweeping school bus safety legislation Gov. Phil Murphy signed into law.

Photo: Miranda Faith Vargas, 10 (Courtesy of GoFundMe, a promotional partner of Patch)

Teacher, Student Confirmed Dead In Paramus Field Trip Bus Crash

Student Miranda Vargas, and her teacher, Jennifer Williamson died in the crash.

"She was a beautiful, gentle soul with a passionate love for her family," Lorena Vargas stated. "Her smile was contagious and that is how we will forever remember her."

Paramus Student Recounts Chaotic Bus Crash Scene

Students were screaming and hanging from their seat belts, the crash survivor says.

Community Mourns Dedicated Teacher Killed In Crash

Nick Daurio, a former student of Jennifer Williamson's, express his sadness regarding her death. Her husband, Kevin Kennedy, said in a statement that he and his wife were "in total love every day of our lives since the day our eyes first met" in 1994.

WATCH: Paramus Candlelight Vigil

A candlelight vigil will be held for the victims of the East Brook Middle School bus crash.

Seat Belts Didn't Fit Correctly Before Bus Crash: Student

Breaking: A dad and his son, who was in the bus during the crash, said bus drivers should ensure seat belts fit properly before driving.

Driver Charged In Fatal NJ School Bus Crash: Prosecutor

Hudy Muldrow Sr. was charged with two counts of death by auto, according to the Morris County Prosecutor's Office.

Why Was Elderly Man With 14 Suspensions Driving Doomed NJ Bus?

Hudy Muldrow Sr., 77, has a long history of license suspensions, including one this year, and speeding tickets. Why was he allowed to drive?

Paramus Officials Unaware Of Bus Driver's Record: Superintendent

Superintendent Michelle Robinson said she was 'shocked, saddened, and angry' over learning about Hudy Muldrow Sr.'s 14 license suspensions.

School Bus Driver In Fatal NJ Crash Released From Jail

A judge has decided Hudy Muldrow Sr. can leave jail but must forfeit his license as the death by auto charges against him are pending.

WATCH: Eli Manning Makes Message For Paramus Crash Victims

4 students are still in the hospital following the May 17 crash.

East Brook Alumnus Pens Song In Support Of Paramus Crash Victims

'I was very emotional when I wrote it. No one knew what to say when the crash happened,' Christopher Sabo said.

Video Shows I-80 Bus Crash That Killed Paramus Student, Teacher

The video shows the bus cutting across several lanes of traffic before being T-boned by a dump truck traveling in the center lane of I-80.

Gov. Phil Murphy Signs 6 School Bus Safety Bills Into Law

Under the new laws, parents will be able to send their children to school knowing that school buses and drivers are being held to "extremely high standards designed to ensure the safety of students," the governor said.

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