Bus driver solicits prostitute; students aboard - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

catlover79 · 12-21-2007, 01:47 AM

What a moron!!!

The Detroit News -- A 30-year-old bus driver transporting Detroit Public Schools special needs students was arrested Wednesday after allegedly pulling his bus alongside an undercover officer, propositioning her for sex from his window, and promising to return after he dropped the children off at school.

"In my 35 years in law enforcement, I've seen a lot of outrageous things, particularly in the area of prostitution," Wayne County Sheriff Warren C. Evans said in a statement. "But the very idea that someone entrusted with the safety and security of special needs children would instead put his own selfish and illicit needs first, blows my mind."

Deputies took custody of the children and drove them to McKenny Elementary School. Their parents were notified.

Police said the incident happened in the area of Telegraph and Grand River around 7 a.m. The driver worked for Detroit-based ABC Student Transportation, one of several DPS transportation subcontractors. He was fired by the company, according to Steve Wasko, spokesman for Detroit Public Schools.

The Detroit man, whose name has not been released pending arraignment, is being held at the Wayne County Jail.

The driver first propositioned the officer from inside the vehicle at around 7 a.m. when he had one child on the bus, according to Robert J. Dickerson, of theWayne County Sheriff's Office. He talked to the officer through the driver's side window and said he'd return after he picked up more children, Dickerson said. Deputies were working a prostitution enforcement detail in that area.

The driver returned a few minutes later with three more children on the bus, offered to pay the officer for sex, and gave her a piece of paper with his name and phone number, according to a press release.

The suspect's plan was to drop off the children, ages 5 to 9, at the school on Evergreen near Pembroke, and return to the area "to carry out the act," the statement said.

Evans said his officers are working closely with the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office and may pursue charges of child endangerment, a felony, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor, in addition to the misdemeanor citation for offering to engage in prostitution.

Wasko said a criminal background check had been conducted on the bus driver before he was hired in August. That's a requirement whether drivers are DPS employees or subcontractors.

"There are systems in place that are mandated by law and followed by the district, as well as contractors, to ensure that the backgrounds of drivers are thoroughly checked for criminal history," Wasko said. "Clearly, this was not something in the background of this particular employee.

"As outlandish as this incident was, our students were at no time in harm's way."

One local advocacy group said districts statewide should have more staff support on buses with special needs students.

"I'm hearing more and more disturbing stories about what happens on school buses for students with disabilities when there is not enough support on the bus," said Marcie Lipsitt, co-chairwoman Michigan Alliance for Special Education, a volunteer advocacy organization.

Too often, districts don't alert parents that students with special needs can be required to have an aide on a bus if that support is written into a student's Individualized Education Program, a plan that describes the services that must be provided for a student with disabilities, she said.

"If you had more support on the bus, it would ensure students are safe and would alert the district to potential problems with bus drivers," Lipsitt said.

dawsongirl · 12-21-2007, 02:16 AM

Oh, this makes me sick. I get kids off a special needs bus every day, so this hits close to home. We're fortunate that the driver we have is a very nice, caring man who would never put our kids in harm's way. He also does have an escort on his bus both before and after school. She's specifically there just for one student, but she helps with them all. It's a good idea.

Actually, it's a good idea for normal busses too. And not just to keep an eye out for pigs like this guy.

Mikado · 12-21-2007, 02:23 AM

That's different @_@

Ireneparalegal · 12-21-2007, 10:53 PM

F***** disgusting bastard.

LuLu Rogers · 12-21-2007, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ireneparalegal

F***** disgusting bastard.

Ditto

snl 70s show fan · 12-21-2007, 10:58 PM

sick and disgusting

freshprinceofLA · 12-21-2007, 11:45 PM

This bastard is really really sick I feel sorry for those kids

*ClassicPinUp* · 12-22-2007, 12:04 AM

Nothing to say except !SICK!

80sTrivia · 12-22-2007, 10:40 AM

Some people have absolutely no shame, which is a growing problem in our world...

Lee · 12-22-2007, 06:34 PM

Why would a school bus driver do something like this?

12-21-2007, 01:47 AM	#1
catlover79 God Bless Val Forum Addict Join Date: May 29, 2006 Location: Bewitched in Ohio Posts: 70,392	Bus driver solicits prostitute; students aboard What a moron!!! The Detroit News -- A 30-year-old bus driver transporting Detroit Public Schools special needs students was arrested Wednesday after allegedly pulling his bus alongside an undercover officer, propositioning her for sex from his window, and promising to return after he dropped the children off at school. "In my 35 years in law enforcement, I've seen a lot of outrageous things, particularly in the area of prostitution," Wayne County Sheriff Warren C. Evans said in a statement. "But the very idea that someone entrusted with the safety and security of special needs children would instead put his own selfish and illicit needs first, blows my mind." Deputies took custody of the children and drove them to McKenny Elementary School. Their parents were notified. Police said the incident happened in the area of Telegraph and Grand River around 7 a.m. The driver worked for Detroit-based ABC Student Transportation, one of several DPS transportation subcontractors. He was fired by the company, according to Steve Wasko, spokesman for Detroit Public Schools. The Detroit man, whose name has not been released pending arraignment, is being held at the Wayne County Jail. The driver first propositioned the officer from inside the vehicle at around 7 a.m. when he had one child on the bus, according to Robert J. Dickerson, of theWayne County Sheriff's Office. He talked to the officer through the driver's side window and said he'd return after he picked up more children, Dickerson said. Deputies were working a prostitution enforcement detail in that area. The driver returned a few minutes later with three more children on the bus, offered to pay the officer for sex, and gave her a piece of paper with his name and phone number, according to a press release. The suspect's plan was to drop off the children, ages 5 to 9, at the school on Evergreen near Pembroke, and return to the area "to carry out the act," the statement said. Evans said his officers are working closely with the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office and may pursue charges of child endangerment, a felony, and contributing to the delinquency of a minor, in addition to the misdemeanor citation for offering to engage in prostitution. Wasko said a criminal background check had been conducted on the bus driver before he was hired in August. That's a requirement whether drivers are DPS employees or subcontractors. "There are systems in place that are mandated by law and followed by the district, as well as contractors, to ensure that the backgrounds of drivers are thoroughly checked for criminal history," Wasko said. "Clearly, this was not something in the background of this particular employee. "As outlandish as this incident was, our students were at no time in harm's way." One local advocacy group said districts statewide should have more staff support on buses with special needs students. "I'm hearing more and more disturbing stories about what happens on school buses for students with disabilities when there is not enough support on the bus," said Marcie Lipsitt, co-chairwoman Michigan Alliance for Special Education, a volunteer advocacy organization. Too often, districts don't alert parents that students with special needs can be required to have an aide on a bus if that support is written into a student's Individualized Education Program, a plan that describes the services that must be provided for a student with disabilities, she said. "If you had more support on the bus, it would ensure students are safe and would alert the district to potential problems with bus drivers," Lipsitt said.
	__________________ "Jesus loves you and He approves this message." "I'm alive. I'm feeling good. I'm trying to live every moment as much as I can." - Valerie Harper, March 2013

12-21-2007, 10:53 PM	#4
Ireneparalegal LEGAL SPICE ;) Forum Legend Join Date: Jul 25, 2005 Location: OXNARD, CA - WHERE THE DALLAS COWBOYS TRAIN & PRACTICE Posts: 38,691	F***** disgusting bastard.
	__________________ DALLAS COWBOYS ARE HERE AT TRAINING CAMP!!!

12-21-2007, 11:45 PM	#7
freshprinceofLA The Bosses Senior Member Join Date: Aug 09, 2005 Location: A small town in: Los Angeles, California Posts: 2,810	This bastard is really really sick I feel sorry for those kids
	__________________ My favorite show is... Who's the boss? #2 Three's Company #3 Moonlighting RELEASE ALL SEASONS OF WHO'S THE BOSS? ON DVD Watch ION at 9:00 to 10:00 I <3 SAMANTHA! RAIDERS SUCK R.I.P. PAC & BIG we miss yall

12-22-2007, 12:04 AM	#8
ClassicPinUp ***** Senior Member** Join Date: Oct 28, 2006 Posts: 2,246	Nothing to say except !SICK!
	__________________ Imy firefighter!

12-22-2007, 10:40 AM	#9
80sTrivia Member Forum Celebrity Join Date: May 23, 2002 Posts: 21,714	Some people have absolutely no shame, which is a growing problem in our world...
	__________________ Perfect Gift Books for Pop Culture Fanatics: Thank You for Being a Friend: A Golden Girls Trivia Book The Bouquet Residence: A Keeping Up Appearances Trivia Book Cooking With the Golden Girls: Fun & Delicious Recipes from a Hilarious Miami Kitchen Love in the Afternoon: The Ultimate Soap Opera Trivia Book The Last Great Decade: The Ultimate 90s Trivia Book Betty White: A Celebration

12-21-2007, 02:16 AM	#2
dawsongirl Member Forum Icon Join Date: Jan 04, 2001 Posts: 53,140	Oh, this makes me sick. I get kids off a special needs bus every day, so this hits close to home. We're fortunate that the driver we have is a very nice, caring man who would never put our kids in harm's way. He also does have an escort on his bus both before and after school. She's specifically there just for one student, but she helps with them all. It's a good idea. Actually, it's a good idea for normal busses too. And not just to keep an eye out for pigs like this guy.

12-21-2007, 02:23 AM	#3
Mikado Main st bridge Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 06, 2005 Posts: 25,892	That's different @_@

12-21-2007, 10:58 PM	#6
snl 70s show fan Member Senior Member Join Date: Jun 14, 2005 Location: in the forman basment Posts: 2,454	sick and disgusting

12-22-2007, 06:34 PM	#10
Lee veteran member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: May 23, 2001 Location: Pulaski, Tennessee Posts: 4,768	Why would a school bus driver do something like this?