Hillsborough County deputies want to know more about a road rage incident in which a woman pounded and kicked a bus carrying special needs students.
The incident happened about 4:25 p.m. on April 12 on Sheldon Road at Fawn Ridge Boulevard. The woman was driving a maroon Nissan Altima and made an abrupt stop in front of the Hillsborough County school bus.
The woman exited the Nissan and started banging on the bus door and shouting profanities. The bus driver refused to open the door, so the woman kicked the door, causing the glass to crack. The damage was estimated at $250.
The bus was carrying elementary school special needs students at a time. A deputy who responded to the incident says the students were upset.
The driver could be charged with misdemeanor criminal mischief.
Anyone with any information is asked to call the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at (813) 247-8200. You may also send an anonymous tip from a smartphone using HCSOSheriff app available on both android and Apple products.
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