November 3rd 2023.
On October 31st, a 77-year-old Louisiana school bus driver named Miles Jenkins was arrested after a student aboard the bus captured a video of him allegedly striking and choking another student. The next day, Jenkins resigned from First Student, the company he worked for.
Police officers were called to the scene by a family member of the student. In the video, Jenkins can be seen shoving the student back and striking him on the head as the student tries to exit his seat. Jenkins then pins the student against the bus window and allegedly chokes him.
Kaela Lewis, a spokesperson for Jefferson Parish Schools, released a statement saying all bus drivers who transport students go through state and federal background checks, and are required to abide by the district’s policies and procedures. Lewis added that failing to follow these policies is not fulfilling the requirements of the job.
After Jenkins was booked into the Jefferson Parish Correctional Center in Gretna, he was granted bail at $500. He was released without having to pay due to overcrowding in the facility.
This incident serves as a reminder of how important it is for all bus drivers to be aware of the policies and procedures they are required to follow, and how seriously companies must take the responsibility to provide a safe environment for students.
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