Manslaughter Charge Dropped for Rockland Bus Driver in Fatal Accident
In Rockland, Maine, a manslaughter charge against bus driver Jeffrey Colburn has been dropped following a plea agreement. Colburn, who was involved in a fatal accident that killed 12-year-old Brayden Callahan in November 2025, will instead plead guilty to a civil traffic violation. This decision was made during a judicial settlement conference, and the formal change-of-plea hearing is scheduled for next Tuesday. The civil violation carries a maximum penalty of a four-year license suspension and a $5,000 fine. The accident occurred when Callahan was struck in a crosswalk, and an NTSB investigation confirmed he was run over by the bus.