A school bus driver from upstate New York was arrested for allegedly making a stop at a gun shop during his shift and purchasing a rifle, as reported by the NY Post. He then brought the firearm with him while transporting a bus full of children, as stated by police.
David Ferry, 57, was charged with criminal possession of a weapon on school property on Monday. Following this incident, he was fired from his position, according to a statement from troopers. The investigation was prompted when witnesses reportedly saw the bus leaving the gun shop.
“Troopers received a complaint-in-progress that Ferry had just purchased a .22 caliber rifle and was observed driving away in a Naples school bus upon leaving the retail store,”
the release said.
“Ontario County Sheriff’s Office Deputies found the bus on State Route 247 in the town of Gorham and conducted a traffic stop upon request of the state police. Deputies and troopers discovered the bus was occupied by 12 students.”
Authorities reported that the firearm was unloaded. They do not believe Ferry had any intention of using it at a school-related event.
“There is no indication that Ferry purchased the rifle with the intent of carrying out school violence, and there are no credible threats to Naples Central School, its students, or staff,”
the release said. Ferry has been released and has a court date scheduled for February 18.
#Clique, what are your thoughts?
