Investigation into alleged sexual misconduct against the ex-bus driver of Sierra USD schools
Charles Ferguson, a 39-year-old individual, faces 10 felony counts of lewd acts against an underage female victim, dating back to 2017. The case involves allegations of sexual assault on a minor.
Initially arrested in April, charges were not filed at the time. However, detectives continued to search for evidence, and additional evidence was found, leading to Ferguson's re-arrest earlier this month.
The nature of Ferguson's past sexual offenses has reportedly become increasingly serious. While there is no publicly available information indicating that he is a habitual sexual offender, his past raises concerns about potential offenses towards children on the bus. Ferguson had recurring access to the child he is accused of assaulting for years, as he worked as a bus driver for Sierra Unified at the time of the alleged incidents.
The case against Ferguson is based on victim testimony, which aligns with the testimonies of other individuals. At least one incident of assault was reportedly violent, with Ferguson biting the victim's ear. Several of the assaults happened when the victim was unconscious.
Fresno County Sheriff's Office spokesperson Tony Botti stated that the victim was not only victimized but also terrorized. The case against Ferguson is ongoing, and more information may be available at a later court date. Ferguson has posted bail and is scheduled to appear in court on August 22.
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[1] At this stage, based on the available information, Charles Ferguson is accused of serious sexual offenses, but there is no clear evidence that he is a habitual sexual offender.
[1] The ongoing legal case against Charles Ferguson involves charges of lewd acts against a minor, with allegations dating back to 2017, falls under the category of 'crime-and-justice'.
[2] The early stages of the investigation into Ferguson's sexual assault allegations were first reported in general-news outlets, while more recent updates focus on his ongoing trial. Additionally, the health-and-wellness implications of such cases are highlighted in discussions about sexual-health and the impacts on victims, making it relevant to that reporting category as well.
