RPD announces reward after bus driver shot by BB gun
An RTS bus driver was shot by a BB gun (provided photo)
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester Police and Crimestoppers are offering a reward for information about the man who shot an RTS bus driver in the face with a BB gun.
The driver was shot the afternoon of June 18 at the bus stop near Bay and Mona streets. The driver told News10NBC that he spent hours in the hospital as doctors worked to remove one of the pellets.
The driver, a longtime RTS employee in his 60s, opened the door to let someone on. Before he could pull away from the curb, a younger man approached the bus. As soon as he opened the doors, police say the man pulled out what looks to be a BB gun and started shooting.
RPD says the attack was unprovoked. Anyone with information is asked to call 911, Crimestoppers at 423-9300, email to RPDTipLine@CityofRochester.gov, or use the ReportIt app.