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Monroe Police Stop 12-Year-Old Who Drove Himself to School After Missing the Bus

Police issued a safety reminder to secure car keys following a referral of the family to social services.

Overview

  • An officer pulled over an SUV around 8:30 a.m. after noticing suspicious driving and a fictitious license plate.
  • The driver was identified as a 12-year-old who told officers he chose to drive after missing his school bus.
  • The School Resource Officer transported the child to school, the vehicle was secured, and the boy was released to school officials.
  • No injuries or criminal charges are reported in the coverage of the incident.
  • Authorities say the reason for the fictitious plate is unclear, and social services will follow up with the family as police work with community partners.