Garland ISD announced Friday, May 26, that one of its bus drivers was involved in a heroic act. The bus driver’s name was not released. The district shared the following information in a press release:
In a heroic act of vigilance and quick thinking, a bus driver from the Garland Independent School District rescued a female middle school student who a potentially dangerous individual was pursuing.
As the school day was coming to a close, the student was rushing toward the waiting school bus. Sensing urgency, the observant bus driver promptly closed the doors and inquired about the situation. It was then revealed that the student was being followed by a strange man in a car. The man was attempting to lure her to his vehicle.
The bus driver, without hesitation, took immediate action to ensure the student’s safety. The driver skillfully maneuvered the bus to block the perpetrator’s car within a nearby cul-de-sac, preventing his escape. While keeping the student safely on board, the driver captured a picture of the suspect’s license plate and reported it to the authorities.
After receiving the license plate number, the Garland Police Department searched and discovered that the driver was wanted in connection with a sexual assault case. The bus driver’s swift response allowed law enforcement to identify the suspect. Subsequently, the suspect was apprehended, ending his potential threat to the community.
This remarkable act of heroism by the Garland ISD bus driver demonstrates the unwavering commitment to student safety within the GISD. The administration commends the bus driver’s bravery and quick thinking. The bus driver’s actions potentially saved the student from harm.