Criminal accusations of sexual misconduct levied against the previous bus driver of Sierra Unified School District
Charles Ferguson, a resident of Tollhouse, California, has been charged with sex crimes against a minor. The charges were filed by the Fresno County District Attorney following an investigation into allegations of abuse that occurred during Ferguson's time as a bus driver for the Sierra Unified School District from 2017 to 2020.
Ferguson was first arrested in April 2025 and released a day after posting bail. However, after new evidence emerged, he was arrested again on August 8. He has since posted bond again and is scheduled for arraignment in court on August 22, 2025.
Authorities do not believe that Ferguson used his position as a bus driver to access any victims or that there are additional victims involved. The District Attorney's office has not released any additional information regarding the case as of the time of this article.
It has been reported that Ferguson had previous convictions for sexual offenses as a juvenile, which reportedly became more serious over time. This background has heightened concerns for parents about child safety on school buses, but no direct link between his bus driver role and the crimes has been established.
The Fresno County Sheriff's Office has not revealed any new details about the ongoing investigation. If anyone has information related to the case, they are encouraged to contact the Fresno County Sheriff's Office.
Since his April arrest, Ferguson has not been employed by Sierra Unified School District. The District has not made any public statements regarding the case. The alleged abuse occurred during Ferguson's time as a bus driver for Sierra Unified School District, but no specific instances have been disclosed.
The charges against Charles Ferguson for sex crimes against a minor are still pending. The community awaits further updates on this serious matter.
Science may delve into the psychological aspects of individuals with prior sexual offenses, aiming to understand the progression and factors contributing to the escalation of such crimes. On the other hand, health-and-wellness websites could provide resources for parents concerned about child safety on school buses, offering advice on how to keep children safe and discuss difficult topics such as sexual abuse. While there is heightened concern following Ferguson's case, no general news or crime-and-justice articles have reported similar incidents involving school bus drivers.
