San Francisco, CA – Today, San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins announced that John Slaviero (67) was charged in connection with a shooting at a MUNI bus on November 5, 2026. Mr. Slaviero has been charged with assault with a firearm (PC 245(a)(2) and 12022.5(a)), assault with a deadly weapon committed against a public transit employee/passenger (PC 245.2 and 12022.5(a)), discharge of a firearm at occupied motor vehicle (PC 246), possession of a deadly weapon: metal knuckles (PC 21810), carrying a loaded firearm (PC 25850(a)), and possession of a concealed firearm on person (PC 25400(a)(2)).

According to court documents, on November 5, 2026, at approximately 6:16 PM the victim was riding a MUNI bus and was allegedly pushed by Mr. Slaviero, who was getting off the bus at the Columbus Avenue and Union Street stop. The victim pushed Mr. Slaviero back and the two exchanged words. After Mr. Slaviero exited the bus, he allegedly retrieved a firearm from his backpack, pointed it at the victim, and fired two rounds into the bus before being tackled by a bystander and disarmed by the victim. Two bullet holes were found above the seat the victim was attempting to occupy. At the time, the victim and numerous passengers were inside the bus, including children. The bystander held Mr. Salviero to the ground until San Francisco Police officers arrived on scene and took Mr. Salviero into custody. SFPD also collected the firearm from a MUNI employee, who received it from the victim.

Although charges have been filed, this remains an active investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case, is asked to call the San Francisco Police Department Tip Line at 1-415-575-4444 or Text a Tip to TIP411 and begin the text message with SFPD. You may remain anonymous.

Court Number: 26027033

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