HAMILTON – A 17-year-old is facing charges after allegedly stealing a school bus and taking his friends for a ride through the streets of Hamilton.
Police say they got wind of the joy ride on Wednesday night when three youths were seen getting out of a bus near a Tim Hortons location at 10:30.
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Police checked the bus and determined it had been stolen from Stoney Creek about a week ago.
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They allege the 17-year-old from Oakville, Ont., had kept the bus hidden away over the holidays before deciding to take some friends for a spin.
The youth, who’s name cannot be released, is facing charges of possession over $5,000.
He has been held in custody pending a bail hearing.
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