Bus Assault Suspect Charged

District Attorney Tim Ward has announced criminal charges against Teresa Ann Madrigal, age 48, related to a March 5, 2018, incident on a Greyhound bus passing through Tulare County.

Madrigal is charged with one count of attempted murder with the special allegations of use of a deadly weapon and infliction of great bodily injury, three counts of assault with a deadly weapon, one count of criminal threats, and one count of child abuse. Each count is a felony.

If convicted on all counts, Madrigal faces the possibility of life in prison.

Madrigal is expected to be arraigned this afternoon at a local medical facility. A further court date will be set at that time.

Media inquiries can be directed to the Office of the District Attorney, County of Tulare Assistant District Attorney Dave Alavezos (559) 636-5494