A New York bus driver is facing a slew of charges after allegedly kidnapping and raping a teen girl who rode the bus he operated in Valley Stream.
According to a Nassau County District Attorney’s Office press release, Giovanny Campos, 50, has been indicted on charges of kidnapping, rape, criminal sex acts, and reckless endangerment. On Thursday, he pleaded not guilty before state Supreme Court Judge Robert McDonald.
Police say Campos was an employee of the Cheese Bus, Inc., and drove a route from Central High School to North High School in Valley Stream. From January to July, Campos allegedly raped the victim multiple times.
Officers with the Nassau County Police Department Special Victims arrested Campos on September 28. He has since pleaded not guilty to the charges.
“The defendant raped the child multiple times, including in a parking lot while still on the bus,” prosecutors wrote. “The defendant also transported the teenager to his apartment in Jamaica, Queens, to engage in sexual acts with her.”
News 12 reports that Ezra Law, a firm representing the bus company, said that Campos is no longer employed with Cheese Bus, Inc.
“This individual is no longer employed by Cheese Bus, Inc. The instant our office was made aware of the District Attorney’s allegations, we removed the individual in question from all bus routes and from any contact with our passengers as we are committed to maintaining safety and security within our community.
“The individual was suspended indefinitely and terminated shortly thereafter. We have fully cooperated with local law enforcement and remain at the ready should local authorities request further assistance. We have no further comment at this time.”
If convicted, Campoas faces up to 25 years behind bars. His next court hearing has been scheduled for December 12.
Campos may have had other victims. Anyone with additional information on Campos is urged to contact the Special Victims Bureau at (516) 571-1266.
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[Feature Photo via Nassau County District Attorney’s Office]
