Arizona Mother Charged with Felony Aggravated Assault for Attacking School Bus Driver

27-year-old Hermenegilda Marquez was arrested and charged with aggravated assault after a video emerged showing her physically attacking a school bus driver. The incident occurred on April 11, 2024, after Marquez boarded the bus and accused the driver of speaking ill about her daughter. Police arrived at the scene and found the driver with minor injuries. Marquez allegedly struck the driver multiple times and pulled her hair, all while 11 children were still on board the bus. She was ultimately removed from the vehicle with the help of her boyfriend and later identified by police. During questioning, Marquez invoked her right to an attorney, showing no emotion when informed of the felony charges against her.

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