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flag A former Boston bus driver was indicted for allegedly causing a 5-year-old's death by missing a stop and driving off, striking the child.

flag Jean Charles, 39, a former Boston school bus driver, has been indicted on three charges—including involuntary manslaughter and reckless and negligent homicide—related to the April 28, 2025, death of 5-year-old Joseph Lens in Hyde Park. flag Prosecutors say Charles missed the bus stop, failed to ensure the child safely crossed Washington Street, and drove away, striking and killing him. flag Surveillance footage and witness testimony supported the charges. flag Charles, whose driving credential had expired and who had prior incidents, was employed by Transdev, which faced scrutiny for safety and training lapses. flag He is set to be arraigned in March 2026.

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