News Summary
John ‘Jay’ Bordas, dean of students at Bryan Station High School in Lexington, has been charged with first-degree wanton endangerment following a shocking road rage incident. On February 13, 2025, Bordas allegedly failed to stop at a stop sign and then followed the victim to their home, where he pointed a gun from his vehicle. This alarming behavior has raised concerns in the community about road rage and the implications for Bordas’ future in education.
Shocking Incident in Lexington: High School Dean Charged in Road Rage Case
Lexington, Ky. – A troubling storyline has emerged from Bryan Station High School as dean of students John “Jay” Bordas faces serious legal troubles. Recently charged with first-degree wanton endangerment, Bordas finds himself in hot water following an alleged road rage incident that took place on February 13, 2025.
The Incident Unfolds
The drama began to unfold around 4:45 p.m. at the intersection of Clearwater Way and Fiddler Creek Way. According to official reports, Bordas failed to come to a stop at a stop sign, leading to a hair-raising moment where it forced another driver, the victim, to slam on the brakes to avoid a collision. Can you imagine the panic?
After narrowly avoiding what could have been a serious accident, the victim noticed Bordas tailing him all the way home. This unsettling feeling must have escalated when he reached his residence on Fitzroy Court – and it didn’t stop there. Bordas allegedly parked directly in front of the victim’s home and shockingly pointed a gun from the driver’s seat. This is not something anyone expects after a day out driving!
Investigation and Charges
Following the eye-opening confrontation, the victim cooperated fully with the authorities, providing them with crucial information regarding the situation. Thanks to this cooperation, the police were able to identify Bordas as the individual who displayed such alarming behavior. The criminal complaint emphasized that Bordas exhibited “extreme indifference to human life,” creating a substantial risk of serious physical injury or even death to the victim. It’s hard to fathom that a portion of our community’s educational leadership could be involved in behavior like this.
Bordas’ Background
Bordas has been a part of the Fayette County Public Schools for at least eight years, earning his stripes as not only a dean but also taking on roles like head golf coach and assistant boys’ basketball coach. His longstanding involvement in the community makes the circumstances of the case all that more shocking. To think that someone with such a background could be involved in a situation like this is disheartening for many parents and students alike.
The School’s Response
As news of this incident broke, Dia Davidson-Smith, a spokesperson for Fayette County Public Schools, confirmed that the district is aware of the challenges facing Bordas. However, due to the personal nature of the matter, they have opted out of providing any further comments. It remains unclear if Bordas has been officially placed on leave, although it’s reported that he is currently not at work.
What’s Next?
A pretrial conference is already on the books for Bordas, scheduled for May 22, 2025. As the community waits and watches, the question of what consequences lie ahead looms large. Will Bordas’ role in the school be permanently affected by this moment? What does this say about road rage in our community?
One thing is certain: incidents like this spark conversations about how we handle frustration and anger behind the wheel. While it’s easy for stress to bubble over, resorting to violence is something we must all rally against. As the Fayette community processes this unsettling news, we hope for a resolution that encourages peace and safety for everyone involved.
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Additional Resources
- Kentucky.com: Shocking Incident in Lexington
- Wikipedia: Road Rage
- WKYT: FCPS Dean Facing Charges
- Google Search: Wanton Endangerment Incidents
- LEX18: Dean of Students Arraigned
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Law
- WTVQ: Coach Charged in Road Rage Incident
- Google News: Armed Road Rage Incidents
