Former TN school bus aid accused of inappropriately touching student

A former school bus aide in White County, Kenneth Haney, has been arrested on charges of sexual battery involving a female student, as reported by District Attorney Bryant Dunaway of the 13th Judicial District.

The incident reportedly occurred while Haney was supervising a school bus, during which he allegedly inappropriately touched a 17-year-old female student. Details surrounding the specific nature of the allegations have not been disclosed.

Haney was taken into custody on Tuesday and has been charged with sexual battery by an authority figure. Following his arrest, he was booked into the White County Jail.

The investigation is currently ongoing, as the White County Sheriff's Office looks into the allegations further to gather more evidence and information.

The community is left in shock by the incidents involving a figure trusted to ensure the safety and well-being of students on their way to and from school.