Toronto police have charged a 48-year-old rideshare driver in connection with a sexual assault that occurred in the city. The accused, whose identity has not been released, faces one count of sexual assault.
Incident Details
According to investigators, the assault took place while the victim was using a rideshare service. Police have not disclosed the specific date or location of the incident, citing the ongoing investigation.
The suspect was arrested on June 30, 2026, and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date. Authorities believe there may be additional victims and are urging anyone with information to contact them.
Police Appeal
“We are asking anyone who may have had a similar experience with this individual to come forward,” said Detective Constable Sarah Thompson of the Toronto Police Service’s Sex Crimes Unit. “Your information could be crucial to our investigation.”
The rideshare company involved has been cooperating with police. In a statement, a spokesperson said, “We are appalled by this incident and are fully assisting law enforcement. The driver has been removed from our platform pending the outcome of the investigation.”
Safety Measures
Police remind rideshare users to verify driver identities, share trip details with friends or family, and report any suspicious behavior immediately. The investigation remains ongoing.
