Crime & Safety
Bus Driver Enters 'Not Guilty' Plea in Sex Assault Case
Randy R. Mayer remains in custody after second bond set at $10,000; his next court appearance is set for Feb. 22.
Randy R. Mayer — the bus driver charged with inappropriately touching students on his route — entered a not guilty plea in court Tuesday in connection with the charges.
Mayer, 225 S. Madison Ave., also waived his right to a preliminary hearing during Tuesday's court appearance, according to court records.
involving three children, and faces up to 240 years in prison. Mayer had initially posted a $2,500 bond in connection with the first three charges, but now remains in custody after a $10,000 cash bond was set in connection with his fourth felony charge.
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The first three charges involved two boys, 9 and 10 years old, which took place between Oct. 1-13, 2011. The Port Washington Police Department interviewed 37 students about the allegations, said Police Chief Richard Thomas. Details from the criminal complaint .
The fourth charge, which came about a week later, involved a 6-year-old student who .
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Mayer is expected to appear in court for further proceedings at 1:15 p.m. Feb. 22.
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