Bus Driver Enters 'Not Guilty' Plea in Sex Assault Case

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.

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 . 

Mayer is expected to appear in court for further proceedings at 1:15 p.m. Feb. 22.