56-Year-Old Woman Arrested after Stealing Bus near Murray Avenue

VISALIA, CA (August 18, 2022) – Monday afternoon, Annette Rocha was arrested after carjacking a bus on Court Street.

The incident happened around 1:30 p.m., near the intersection of Court Street and Murray Avenue on August 15th.

According to initial reports, Rocha began hitting a passenger and stole his phone. She then jumped into the driver’s seat and drove off with the passengers still onboard.

The bus hit three vehicles before coming to a stop after running into a fence. The impact of the collisions caused the passengers to sustain minor injuries.

Eventually, police were able to arrest 56-year-old Annette Rocha. She was later booked into Tulare County jail with charges of robbery, carjacking, kidnapping, and hit-and-run.

Make our roads safer by abiding by all traffic laws and following the conditions of the road. Remember that willfully disregarding traffic laws and engaging in unsafe driving behaviors frequently lead to auto accidents that can completely change a person’s life. Always check behind your vehicle before backing. Do not depend on mirrors alone and always back at slow speed. By driving safely and legally, you can help avoid causing or increasing the risk of accidents that may have devastating consequences for you and others.

The seasoned team of attorneys at Sweet James provides distinguished legal service. They dedicate their expertise and years of experience to helping families recover from their personal injury, and wrongful death cases. Learn what separates their injury law firm from others. Call their office today at (800) 975-3435 for a free consultation with an expert legal professional in your area. They are also available by email, online chat, and text message 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to answer any of your questions. To request a police report, click here.

For more accident news, click here.

Advertising disclosure: We may receive compensation for some of the links in our stories. Thank you for supporting LA Weekly and our advertisers.